Moong Dal Cheela and Aloo Simla [Green Lentil Sprout Pancake and Potato Capsicum] is a wholesome, quick, easy meal packed with healthy complex carbohydrates, protein and multivitamins and minerals. The cheela is an easy and protein packed replacement for the traditional roti or naan made in Indian cuisine which often takes some time and hard work to make. Aloo Simla is a dry curry that is again very quick and easy, perfect for a busy day! 😋
Yield: 1 serving
Time: 20 min
Calories: 567.1kcal (per serving)
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories: 567.1kcal | Carbohydrates: 89.45g | Protein: 21.47g | Fat: 15.47g | Sugar: 7.82g | Sodium: 18.72mg | Vitamins: A,B,C,E,K | Minerals: Potassium, Iron, Magnesium, Calcium, Phosphorus, Zinc, Copper, Selenium, Manganese
INGREDIENTS
1/2 cup Mung Dal/ Green Lentils, sprouted or soaked overnight
1 Garlic
1 tbsp Ragi Flour [or any other flour]
1 tsp Mustard Oil
1 tsp Cumin Seeds
1 tsp Asafetida
1/2 Capsicum, chopped
1 Potato, chopped
1/4 cup Water
1.5 tsp Salt
1/2 tsp Black Pepper
1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder
1/2 tsp Chilli Powder
1/2 tsp Coriander Powder
Coriander leaves, to garnish
Ginger julienne, to garnish
Yogurt, to serve on side
DIRECTIONS
- In a blender, add lentils, garlic, salt, pepper and blend until fine paste
- Add flour to it
- Heat up a pan and spread the batter like a pancake and cook from both side
- In the same pan, add oil and when heated add cumin seeds and asafetida
- Add potatoes, capsicum and all other spices
- Sauté for a minute and add water
- Cover and cook until all water is evaporated and potatoes are soft
- Garnish with coriander leaves and ginger julienne
- Serve along with yogurt and enjoy hot! 😊
