Whole masoor dal crepe with veggies

Yields: Approximately 8 pancakes (serves 2-4 people)

Prep Time: 8 hours (for soaking) + 15 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 cup whole masoor dal (red lentils), soaked for 8 hours or overnight
• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
• 1/4 cup finely chopped tomato
• 1/4 cup grated carrot
• 1/4 cup chopped spinach
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (optional)
• 1 green chili, finely chopped (adjust to taste)
• 1 inch piece ginger, grated
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Oil or ghee for cooking

Instructions:

1. Drain and grind: Drain the soaked masoor dal and grind it into a coarse paste using a food processor or blender. Add water as needed for a thick batter consistency.
2. Mix batter: Transfer the batter to a bowl and add the chopped onion, tomato, carrot, spinach, cilantro (if using), green chili, ginger, cumin seeds, turmeric powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
3. Heat a pan: Heat a non-stick pan or griddle over medium heat.
4. Cook pancakes: Pour a ladleful of batter onto the hot pan and spread it into a thin circle. Drizzle a little oil or ghee around the edges.
5. Flip and cook: Cook until the edges start to brown and the top surface looks cooked, then carefully flip and cook the other side until golden brown.
6. Serve: Repeat with the remaining batter. Serve the masoor dal pancakes warm with yogurt, chutney, or a side salad.

Estimated Nutrition Information (per pancake):

• Calories: 100-120
• Protein: 5-6 grams
• Fat: 2-3 grams
• Carbohydrates: 15-18 grams
• Fiber: 4-5 grams
• Iron: Good source
• Magnesium: Good source

Note: These are approximate values and can vary depending on the exact ingredients and quantities used.

Tips:

• You can add other vegetables like grated zucchini, chopped bell peppers, or shredded cabbage.
• For extra flavor, you can temper the batter with mustard seeds and curry leaves before cooking.
• To make it vegan, substitute ghee with oil and use a plant-based yogurt alternative.

Enjoy your healthy and flavorful masoor dal pancakes!