Chillas are basically an Indian version of pancakes made with chickpea flour. Though it has many variations with millet flours, or batter of different lentils & grains.
Mix-veg moong sprouts chilla is a tasty option for protein and fibre sources for vegetarians. It is easy to prepare and cook in just a couple of minutes. It is a filling recipe served with raita or even with your preferred sabji.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Total Time | Cuisine |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 minutes | 10 minutes | 20 minutes | Indian |
Ingredients
- 1 cup moong sprouts
- Veggies
- Onions
- Ginger-garlic paste
- Spices
- Besan as required
- Red chilli powder
- Salt
- Garam masala
- Coriander powder
- Sesame seeds
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Step-By-Step Guide
- Blend lightly crushed moong sprouts with your preferred vegies in a food processor.
2. Combine the blend with besan and ginger garlic paste. Add water to form a spreadable batter.
3. Add Red chilli powder, salt, garam masala, and coriander powder in the batter. Mix them well & keep them aside for a while to absorb flavours.
4. Heat a pan add some oil and pour in the batter into a circular shape.
5. Drizzle oil and sesame seeds on the batter and flip until turning brown.
6. Cook until golden brown and serve with chutney and raita.
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Expert Tips
- Do not over cool the chilla.
- Make sure that the spices do not subdue the taste.
- The batter should be thick enough to spread uniformly in the pan.
Quick Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Moong sprouts | 1 cup |
| Veggies | As desired |
| Onions | 1 whole |
| Ginger-garlic paste | 1 tsp |
| Besan (gram flour) | As required |
| Red chilli powder | 1 tsp |
| Salt | 1 tsp |
| Garam masala | 1 tsp |
| Coriander powder | 1 tsp |
| Sesame seeds | As required |
