Ingredients:
For Chilla Batter:
• ½ cup rice (any variety)
• ¼ cup chana dal (Bengal gram)
• ¼ cup moong dal (yellow split lentils)
• ¼ cup toor dal (pigeon peas)
• ¼ cup masoor dal (red lentils)
• ¼ cup urad dal (split black gram)
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1-inch ginger, grated
• 1 green chili, chopped
• ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
• ½ teaspoon red chili powder
• Salt to taste
• 1 tablespoon curd (for softness, optional)
• Water as needed
For Toppings (Optional):
• 2 tablespoons chopped onions (skip for Jain version)
• 2 tablespoons grated carrot
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped coriander
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (for crunch)
For Cooking:
• Oil or ghee for frying
Instructions:
Step 1: Soak & Grind the Batter
1. Wash and soak rice and all dals together in water for 5-6 hours or overnight.
2. Drain and blend into a smooth batter using little water.
3. Add cumin seeds, ginger, green chili, turmeric, red chili powder, salt, and curd. Mix well and let it rest for 10-15 minutes.
Step 2: Make the Chilla
1. Heat a tawa (griddle) on medium heat and grease it with a little oil.
2. Pour a ladleful of batter and spread it in a circular motion to make a thin chilla.
3. Sprinkle chopped onions, carrots, coriander, and sesame seeds on top.
4. Drizzle a few drops of oil or ghee around the edges. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the bottom turns golden brown.
5. Flip and cook the other side for another 1-2 minutes.
Step 3: Serve & Enjoy!
• Serve hot with mint chutney, coconut chutney, or curd.
• Pair it with a glass of masala chai for a complete meal!
Tips & Variations:
✔️ For a Jain version, skip onions and add grated bottle gourd or cabbage.
✔️ For extra crispiness, add a tablespoon of rice flour to the batter.
✔️ To make it spicier, add finely chopped green chilies or black pepper.
Try this nutritious dal-rice chilla and enjoy a perfect mix of taste and health! 😋🥞