By Rajan Bhattacharya
July 10, 2024
Masoor dal chilla are savoury lentil pancakes made with split red lentils, ginger, and green chilli. These chillas are filling and can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
1 cup masoor dal (split red lentil) 2 cups moong dal (split green gram) salt to taste 2 tsp red chilli powder A pinch of turmeric powder (haldi) 1/4 cup finely chopped onions 2 tsp chopped green chillies Oil for cooking
Soak both the dals in enough water for 2 to 3 hours. Drain the excess water and blend in a mixer to make a smooth batter, using little water.
Add the salt, turmeric, and red chilli powder and mix well. Heat a tava, grease it with oil and pour a ladleful of batter on it, spreading evenly like a thin dosa.
Sprinkle little onions and green chillies on top. Cook, using a little oil, till golden and crisp on both sides.
Repeat with the remaining batter and topping to make more chillas.