MONG DAL CHILLA AND PALAK PANEER WITH BROWN RICE

MOONG DAL CHILLA HEALTHY RECIPE

Moong Dal Chilla is an Indian savory pancake made from split lamb’s lettuce (moong dal) dough. The dough is seasoned and often mixed with chopped vegetables such as onions, tomatoes, and green chillies. It is cooked on a griddle with minimal oil until golden brown. This nutritious, protein-rich dish is often served hot with chutney or yogurt, making it a perfect choice for a healthy breakfast or snack..

Ingredients:

 

MOONG DAL RECIPE

  • Moong dal (split green gram): 1/2 cup
  • Ginger: 1/2 inch
  • Green chili: 1
  •  Cumin seeds: 1/2 tsp
  •  Salt to taste
  •  Water as needed
  •  Oil for cooking

 

Instructions:

  1.  Soak moong dal in water for 2-3 hours.
  2.  Drain and blend with ginger, green chili, cumin seeds, salt, and water to make a smooth batter.
  3.  Heat a non-stick pan, add a little oil, pour a ladleful of batter, and spread it like a pancake.
  4.  Cook until golden brown on both sides.
  5.  Serve hot.

 Nutritional Information:

  •  Calories: 150
  •  Carbohydrates: 20g
  •  Protein: 8g
  •  Fat: 5g

 

 

PALAK PANEER WITH BROWN RICE HEALTHY RECIPE

Palak Paneer is a popular Indian dish consisting of paneer (fresh cottage cheese) cubes simmered in a creamy spinach gravy enriched with spices like cumin, garam masala and turmeric. Combined with nutrient-rich brown rice, this meal offers a hearty combination of protein and fibre , making it both delicious and healthy. Brown rice adds an appealing texture and complements the rich, flavorful spinach gravy.

Ingredients:

PANEER PALAK RECIPE

  •  Spinach (palak): 200g
  •  Paneer (Indian cottage cheese): 100g
  •  Onion: 1 medium
  •  Tomato: 1 medium
  •  Garlic: 2 cloves
  •  Ginger: 1 inch
  •  Green chili: 1
  •  Cumin seeds: 1/2 tsp
  •  Turmeric powder: 1/4 tsp
  •  Garam masala: 1/2 tsp
  •  Salt to taste
  •  Oil: 1 tbsp
  •  Brown rice: 1/2 cup (cooked)

Instructions:

  1.  Blanch spinach and blend it into a puree.
  2.  Heat oil in a pan, add cumin seeds, chopped onion, garlic, ginger, and green chili. Sauté until golden brown.
  3.  Add chopped tomato, turmeric powder, and salt. Cook until tomatoes are soft.
  4.  Add spinach puree, paneer cubes, and garam masala. Cook for 5-7 minutes.
  5.  Serve hot with cooked brown rice.

Nutritional Information:

  •  Calories: 350
  •  Carbohydrates: 40g
  •  Protein: 15g
  •  Fat: 15g

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