MOONG DAL DOSA.

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Yellow moong dal dosa is a variation of the traditional South Indian Green dal dosa,giving it slightly a different texture and flavor. The blending and fermentation is an important step to create a smooth batter to have lighter,crispier dosas [Minimum fermentation time should be 8 to 10 hours or overnight. ]

• BENEFITS:
• High protein content : This is the most important reason why it makes such a good breakfast recipe. A good option for VEGANS and VEGETARIANS.
• Rich in Fiber : It contains both soluble and insoluble fibers, promoting digestive health [Good for those who have gluten irritation]
• Good source of minerals : Yellow moong dal is rich in minerals like zinc,iron and potassium. [ Ideal for people in their 40’s or 50’s]
• Supports Heart health : Fiber,potassium and antioxidants help lower cholesterol levels and blood pressure.

• Ingredients :
• Yellow moong dal : 1 cup.
• Red masoor dal (Red lentil ) : 1/2 cup.
• Rice flour or semolina : 1/2 cup
• Curd : 2 to 3 tablespoon ( Optional for speeding up the fermentation)
• Methi powder : (methi dry chutney or metal) : 2 tablespoon for topping, optional.
• Red chili flakes. : 1 tablespoon for garnishing on top.
• Coriander : 4 tablespoon, finely chopped for topping.
• Salt : To taste.
• Oil / Fat : 4 to 5 tablespoons .
• Preparation:
• Finely blend both the dals in a blender yellow moong dal, red moong dal,add water to bring it to dosa batter like consistency.
• Remove it in a bowl,add curd, salt to taste,stir,cover and keep it for fermentation as you would with a regular dosa batter.For minimum 8 to 10 hours (overnight is best for good results)
• Before using the mix,you will see the flour has risen and doubled in size. Stir and before using to make dosa add rice flour or semolina, turmeric, black pepper powder( Add salt after checking if you need more,we had previously added while preparing the batter,check the batter’s consistency, ( It has to be runny like a dosa batter)
• Heat the dosa pan, check the temperature of the pan,bring the flame on medium, now add oil to it as you would spread the regular dosa batter,spread the batter on the pan.
• Add methi chutney ( dry fenugreek powder),coriander and red chilie flakes on top as topping ,make the dosa nice and crispy.
• Serve with your favorite chutney, sauce or dip.

MOONG DAL DOSA.

Recipe by Lina@tikkazndcurriez. Course: Blog, Breakfast, Brunch, SnacksCuisine: IndianDifficulty: Easy, Easy-to-make, Quick, Simple

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

20

minutes

Cooking time

20

minutes

Calories

300

kcal

Total time

40

minutes

Moong dal dosa is a power house of minerals, vitamins, proteins and nutrients. Rich in proteins this is a perfect breakfast option for those who are health conscious, vegan or vegetarian. Light on your stomach yet fulfills your appetite. A must option in your weekly meal prep.

Ingredients

• Yellow moong dal : 1 cup

• Red masoor dal : ( Red lentil ) : 1/2 cup

• Semolina or Rice flour : 1/2 cup

• Curd : 2 to 3 tablespoon (Optional for speeding up the fermentation process)

• Coriander: 4 tablespoons,finely chopped for topping.

• Red Chili flakes : 1 TBSP. For garnishing
  

• Salt : To taste

• Oil/Fat : 4 to 5 tablespoons

• Methi [fenugreek] : 2 tablespoon for topping (Optional)
  

• Turmeric: 1/2 teaspoon.

• Black pepper powder : 1/4 th teaspoon.

Directions

• Finely blend both the Lentils (dals) in a blender, add a little water to create a smooth batter (Bring it to dosa batter like consistency)
• Remove the batter mix in a bowl, add curd if you want,salt,stir nicely, cover and keep the mix for the fermentation process for minimum 8 to 10 hours (overnight is best)
• Before using the mix,you will observe that the flour has risen and doubled in size,stir the mix,add rice flour or semolina, check the salt,consistency of the batter after adding rice flour or semolina, black pepper powder, turmeric [Remember the consistency has to be like a dosa batter.]If needed add more water.
• Heat the dosa pan,sprinkle water on it,if it vaporizes with a zing sound, your pan is ready. Reduce the flame to medium. Wipe it with a kitchen towel.
• Now spread the batter evenly on the pan, garnish with chili flakes/powder,methi chutney and coriander,fold and press on both sides when nearly done and the texture is golden brown and crispy. Remove from the pan.
• Serve with your favorite dip,tomato chutney or peanut chutney. Your healthy easy to make snack/breakfast recipe is ready.

Notes

• Ferment the batter overnight for better results.
• This snack is easy to make, with all the ingredients easily available.
• The header image is made using canva and Freepick for aesthetic purposes.
• The information regarding the Lentils is written using meta and nutrition books.
• You can use the dosa as base and top it with many different kinds of vegetables to bring variations.