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    Home » South Indian

    Andhra Pesarattu recipe | green moong dal dosa recipe

    5th March 2024 by bhavana bhatia 1 Comment

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    Indian Vegan crepes -‘Dosa‘ or ‘Uttapam’ is a favorite. Hit with many of us. Whether its masala dosa, plain dosa, mysore masala dosa, paper dosa or fusion recipes like cheese dosa, paneer dosa and schezwan dosa. However, not many people know about its Andhra cousin-  Pesarattu- mung dal dosa. This is a super light green gram dosa which does not need fermentation. Soak mung dal and grind it. Immediately make your breakfast. It does not need fermentation. Traditionally, we serve this crepe with some raw onions and ginger chutney. You can also pair it with coconut chutney if  you like.I love making this as you have lentils but not in a curry way. Great recipe for tiffin too with some allam pachadi or tomato pachdi.

    Those who have travelled along Andhra and Telangana region are familiar with M.L.A Pesarattu. You will find this in many Andhra restaurants. This is pesarattu upma. Green gram dosa is served in M.L.A quarters in Hyderabad along with some rava upma and ginger chutney/tomato pachadi. This name stuck and it continues.

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    Tips to make a hearty breakfast

    Pour a ladleful of the batter on a hot cast iron tava. Sprinkle some oil and let it cook until it comes out real clean and crisp. After all, it is nerve-racking at times. You have to make something new all the time and healthy too.

    Equipment

    • Cast iron tawa/griddle
    • Blender

    Ingredients

    • Soaked moong beans
    • Ginger
    • Green chillies
    • Soaked poha/ rice flakes / avalaki/ atukulu
    pesarattu ingredients
    Ingredients

    refer to recipe card for details.

    How to make pesarattu?

    Below are the step by step pictures to make this crispy dosa.

    pesarattu step 1
    1. Grind the all ingredients into a smooth paste.
    2. Heat a cast iron pan, pour a ladle of batter on the griddle or tawa. Using the back of the ladle make a circular motion
    3. Sprinkle a teaspoon of oil and let it cook. Cover it.
    4. Cook until it starts to separate.Flip and cook for a couple of mins.
    5. Serve the pesarattu with chutney of your choice. All of them gongura pachadi, coconut chutney, tomato chutney, allam pachadi or idli podi taste great. Also some finely chopped onions optionally.

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    Andhra style Pesarattu recipe | green gram dosa recipe

    crispy pesarattu is best served with coconut & spicy ginger chutney.Learn this protein rich pancake recipe from Andhra pradesh here.
    Prep Time10 minutes mins
    Cook Time30 minutes mins
    Total Time40 minutes mins
    Course: Breads
    Cuisine: Indian
    Keyword: MLA Pesarattu, mung dal dosa, pesarattu
    Servings: 6
    Author: bhavana bhatia

    Equipment

    • cast iron pan / dosa tawa
    • Vitamix blender
    • ladle
    • slotted spoon

    Ingredients

    • ½ cup Poha/ Rice flakes
    • 1 ½ cup whole green moong dal / whole green gram dal soaked overnight or 4-6 hrs
    • 1 small piece ginger 1 chilli
    • ½ cup coriander
    • Salt as per taste
    • Oil for cooking

    Instructions

    • Grind all ingredients with little water to obtain a smooth batter.
    • Heat a griddle/tava and pour half cup of batter and spread it evenly.
    • Cooking with few drops of oil on low flame.
    • Serve hot with coconut chutney.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1g

    FAQs

    Can we keep Pesarattu batter in fridge?

    Yes, although its best to have it fresh. Batter lasts 1-2 days in fridge.

    How can we use moong dal?

    Dal ka paratha
    Moong dal chilka
    Easy moong dal halwa
    Moong dal ke pakode
    Moong dal kachori
    Air fried moong dal

    What are Benefits of pesarattu?

    This crepe is for all those food lovers who want to increase the protein content. Unlike western crepes and pancakes which have eggs and flour, this is gluten-free.It is very light and easy to digest.

    Conclusion:  pesarattu dosa or green moong dosa is a signature breakfast of andhra cuisine which is one of the best forms of protein rich variety of dosa.

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    1. Ramesh says

      June 29, 2020 at 9:45 am

      Very nutritious and easy to cook.

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    Hi,I am Bhavana & this is my wonderland of recipes.I have been in IT for 15+ years have always loved writing.My husband Gaurav & I,love to cook, click & host people

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