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Written by Navneet Kaur, M.Sc. Nutrition & Dietetics
Diet
Mixed Vegetable Chilla is a healthy Indian pancake made with moong dal, rice flour and fresh vegetables baking it protein-rich and perfect for breakfast. Swipe right to know, how to make it!
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The ingredient responsible for this is "Moong dal" which is rich in plant-based protein and keeps you feeling full for hours while besan and rice flour also adds some extra protein plus a nice crispy texture and vegetable provide fiber and essential nutrients.
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Moong dal is a powerhouse of protein and fiber, which might helps in muscle repair, digestion and sustain your energy throughout the day. It might also supports heart health, in weight management and even improve gut health thanks to its fiber content.
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Adding veggies like carrots, and sweet potato might boosts your vitamin and mineral amounts in you body, making it a nutrient-rich meal. It's also low in unhealthy fats and perfect for those who are looking for protein-rich vegetarian meal.
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Grind soaked moong dal with ginger, green chillies, and fresh cilantro into a smooth, creamy paste. Next, mix in besan, rice flour, spices and veggies to make a thick and flavourful batter.
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Heat a pan and add a tadka of sesame seeds, mustard seeds and curry leaves for an aromatic base, then pour the batter onto the pan and cook slowly on low-medium heat until the chilla turn golden and crispy.
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To get a fluffy and crispy outside, make sure your batter is thick and cook on low-medium heat. Covers the chilla, so that it becomes soft inside from steam and you can also add a little baking soda which will make it even lighter and fluffier.
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You can enjoy it with tangy dahi tadka or chutney or even a cup of war chai. Each combination will enhance the flavours while keeping it healthy and tasty.
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You can swap veggies or spices according to your taste like you can add zucchini, peas or bell peppers and even swap rich flour with oat flour for a gluten free twist.
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This is not just a chilla, in fact, it's a protein-rich, nutrient-packed meal that's simple to make and tasty while eating, so include this in your diet to enjoy the taste and its health benefits.
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