Pesarattu Pancakes

Pesarattu Pancakes are a popular South Indian dish from Andhra Cuisine, made with green gram (moong dal) and rice. These savory pancakes are nutritious, delicious, and perfect for a healthy breakfast or snack.

Pesarattu Pancakes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup whole green gram (moong dal), soaked for 4-6 hours
  • 1/2 cup raw rice, soaked for 4-6 hours
  • 2-3 green chilies
  • 1-inch piece of ginger
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh coriander leaves, chopped
  • Salt to taste
  • Oil for cooking

Instructions

  1. Drain the soaked green gram and rice. Grind them together with green chilies, ginger, and salt to a smooth batter.
  2. Add chopped onions and coriander leaves to the batter. Mix well.
  3. Heat a non-stick pan or griddle and pour a ladleful of batter. Spread it into a thin circle.
  4. Drizzle oil around the edges and cook until the bottom is golden brown. Flip and cook the other side until it's cooked through.
  5. Repeat with the remaining batter to make more pancakes.
  6. Serve hot with chutney or sambar.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Protein
8g
Carbohydrates
20g
Fat
4g

Supplies

Non-stick pan or griddle Ladle Mixing bowl Grinder or blender

Tools

Knife Cutting board Spatula

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Pesarattu Pancakes are best served hot with coconut chutney, peanut chutney, or sambar.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Make sure the batter is ground to a smooth consistency for the perfect texture of the pancakes.

Cost

$5