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Moong Dal Cheela and Aloo Simla [Green Lentil Sprout Pancake and Potato Capsicum]

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! 😋

Moong Dal Cheela and Aloo Simla [Green Lentil Sprout Pancake and Potato Capsicum]

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

  1. In a blender, add lentils, garlic, salt, pepper and blend until fine paste
  2. Add flour to it
  3. Heat up a pan and spread the batter like a pancake and cook from both side
  4. In the same pan, add oil and when heated add cumin seeds and asafetida
  5. Add potatoes, capsicum and all other spices
  6. Sauté for a minute and add water
  7. Cover and cook until all water is evaporated and potatoes are soft
  8. Garnish with coriander leaves and ginger julienne
  9. Serve along with yogurt and enjoy hot! 😊
Moong Dal Cheela and Aloo Simla [Green Lentil Sprout Pancake and Potato Capsicum]
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Rajma Pulao [Red Beans and Rice]

Rajma Pulao [Red Beans and Rice] is a wholesome, quick, easy, one-pot meal packed with healthy complex carbohydrates, protein and multivitamins and minerals. Rice and beans when combined together forms a complete protein and when paired with the right Indian spices, makes for a very delicious lip smacking meal! 😋

Rajma Pulao [Red Beans and Rice] is a traditional dish from India where generally basmati rice is cooked with red beans along with potatoes, onions and other aromatics. Do not be afraid of the long list of ingredients. Most of the spices are optional. You can still make the dish without them or with alternatives and it will still turn out great. 😊

Rajma Pulao [Red Beans and Rice]

Yield: 2 servings
Time: 15 min
Calories: 252.31kcal (per serving)

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 252.31kcal | Carbohydrates: 39.97g | Protein: 7.08g | Fat: 7.51g | Sugar: 3.61g | Sodium: 0.41g | Vitamins: A,B,C,E,K | Minerals: Potassium, Iron, Magnesium, Calcium, Phosphorus, Zinc, Copper, Selenium, Manganese

INGREDIENTS 

1 tbsp Mustard Oil
1 BayLeaf
1/8 inch Cinnamon Stick
1 tsp Cumin Seeds
3-4 Black Pepper
1-2 Cloves
1 tsp Asafetida
1 tsp Ginger, grated
1 tsp Garlic, grated
1 Onion, chopped
1 Potato, chopped
1 Green Chilli
1/2 cup Red Beans, boiled
1/4 cup Basmati Rice, soaked and drained
1 cup Water
1 tsp Salt
1 tbsp Rajma Masala
Coriander leaves, to garnish
Lemon juice, to squeeze on top
Yogurt, to serve on side

DIRECTIONS

  1. Heat oil in a pressure cooker and add BayLeaf, Cinnamon Stick, Black Pepper, Clove, Asafetida
  2. After 20 seconds add ginger, garlic, onion and sauté for 40 seconds
  3. Add all remaining ingredients and close the lid
  4. Let it cook until two whistles or 10 minutes on medium heat
  5. Garnish with coriander leaves and lemon juice (optional)
  6. Serve along with yogurt and enjoy hot! 😊
Rajma Pulao [Red Beans and Rice]