Bajra & Dal Cheela (Spicy Pearl Millet & Lentil Crepe)
Description:
This Bajra & Dal Cheela is a healthy and protein-packed crepe that makes for an ideal breakfast or weeknight dinner. The combination of green chili, ginger, and coriander leaves infuses the cheela with a deliciously spicy flavor. Perfect for those who enjoy wholesome, high-protein vegetarian dishes.
Cuisine: Indian
Course: North Indian Breakfast
Diet: High Protein Vegetarian
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup Green Moong Dal (Whole)
- 1/2 cup Chana Dal (Bengal Gram Dal)
- 1/2 cup Black Urad Dal (Whole)
- 1/2 cup Bajra (Pearl Millet Seeds)
- 2 Green Chilies, finely chopped
- 1 inch Ginger, grated
- Few Coriander (Dhania) Leaves, finely chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon Asafoetida (Hing)
- Salt, to taste
- Oil, for cooking
Preparation Time: 40 minutes
Cooking Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
Instructions:
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Soak the Ingredients:
Begin by soaking the whole green moong dal, chana dal, bajra, and whole urad dal in enough water for 5 to 6 hours. After soaking, drain the excess water. -
Grind the Batter:
In a mixer grinder, combine the soaked dals and bajra with ginger, coriander leaves, and green chilies. Add a little water at a time and grind into a smooth batter. The consistency should be smooth and pourable, neither too thick nor too runny. -
Season the Batter:
Once the batter is ready, add salt and asafoetida (hing) to the mixture and stir well. Transfer the batter to a mixing bowl. -
Cook the Cheelas:
Preheat a skillet on medium heat and grease it lightly with oil. Pour a ladleful of batter onto the skillet and spread it out in a circular motion to form a thin cheela (crepe). Drizzle a teaspoon of oil or ghee around the edges and let it cook until golden brown on both sides. -
Serve:
Once cooked, remove the cheela from the pan and set aside. Repeat with the remaining batter.
Serve the Bajra & Dal Cheela hot with Peanut Chutney, a refreshing glass of Masala Chaas (buttermilk), or a cup of ginger tea for a complete and wholesome meal. Enjoy!
This recipe is perfect for a nutritious start to your day or as a light yet satisfying dinner.
