Baked Masoor Dal Chilla

Baked Masoor Dal Chilla is a healthy and delicious Indian dish made from red lentils, packed with protein and fiber. This gluten-free chilla is baked to perfection, offering a crispy texture and can be enjoyed with various chutneys or yogurt.

Ingredients

• Masoor dal (red lentils) - 1 cup
• Water - 1.5 cups
• Onion (finely chopped) - 1 small
• Green chili (finely chopped) - 1
• Ginger (grated) - 1 teaspoon
• Coriander leaves (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon (for greasing)

Steps

1. Rinse the masoor dal in water until the water runs clear, then soak it in 1.5 cups of water for about 2 hours.
2. After soaking, drain the dal and blend it with the soaked water in a blender until you get a smooth batter.
3. Transfer the batter to a mixing bowl and add finely chopped onion, green chili, grated ginger, chopped coriander leaves, cumin powder, turmeric powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
4. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper, then lightly grease it with olive oil.
5. Pour half of the batter onto the prepared baking tray, spreading it evenly to form a thin layer.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the edges start to crisp and the surface is firm.
7. Remove from the oven, flip the chilla carefully, and bake for another 10-15 minutes until both sides are crispy.
8. Once done, remove from the oven, cut into wedges, and serve hot with chutney or yogurt.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 13 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein and fiber, promoting satiety and digestive health.
• Rich in essential vitamins and minerals, supporting overall health.

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