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A stack of freshly made Pesarattu, showcasing their crispy texture.
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Authentic Pesarattu Recipe

Pesarattu is a nutritious and protein-rich South Indian crepe made with green mung beans. Unlike traditional dosa, Pesarattu batter requires no fermentation, making it a quick and convenient option. Naturally vegan, gluten-free, and nut-free, this wholesome dish is perfect for breakfast or an evening snack. Enjoy it with chutney or the classic upma filling for an authentic experience!
Course Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine andhra pradesh, South Indian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Soaking time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings 6 people
Calories 186.41kcal

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Soak green moong dal and rice in water for at least 4 hours or overnight—this step is essential, so don’t skip it.
  • Drain the soaked moong dal and rice completely.
  • Transfer them to a blender jar.
  • Add ginger, green chilies, and cumin seeds for flavor.
  • Add water and cilantro to the blender jar.
  • Blend to achieve a smooth, non-grainy batter. The consistency should be slightly thicker than dosa batter.
  • Transfer the batter to a bowl, add salt, and mix well. Adjust with water if needed for a thick pouring consistency.
  • Heat a tawa and pour a ladleful of batter, spreading it thin like a dosa or pancake over low flame. Cook for a minute until the edges lift and turn slightly brown, drizzle oil or vegan ghee, flip, and cook for another 30-45 seconds. Repeat for more.

Notes

Soak half a teaspoon of methi seeds along with the mung beans to aid digestion. For variation, you can use moong dal sprouts or split yellow moong dal instead of whole green moong dal. Adding 1-2 tablespoons of soaked chana dal to the batter can also enhance the texture. If the Pesarattu batter is too runny or the tawa is too hot, the color of these whole mung bean pancakes may turn brownish, so be mindful of that while cooking.

Nutrition

Calories: 186.41kcal | Carbohydrates: 35.09g | Protein: 9.96g | Fat: 0.6g | Saturated Fat: 0.04g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.05g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.13g | Sodium: 92.14mg | Potassium: 48.38mg | Fiber: 4.44g | Sugar: 1.49g | Vitamin A: 255.05IU | Vitamin C: 3.53mg | Calcium: 28.2mg | Iron: 1.82mg