Recipes
vegan
Dal Pittha
By Dr Namrata Ghusar
⏳ Prep Time: 30 minute
27 Jan 2024
2024-01-27T10:10:14.000Z
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Nutritional Overview
Calories
369 kcal
Protein
15 gm
Carbs
66 gm
Fats
5 gm
Ingredients
Rice flour 50gm
Dal moong or Chana 50gm
Spices
Ginger garlic,green chilly
Method
Step 1
For the Dal Filling: . Wash and soak chana dal in water for a few hours. . Boil the soaked dal until it’s soft but not mushy. . Heat oil in a pan, add cumin seeds, mustard seeds, and asafoetida. . Add chopped onions, ginger-garlic paste, and green chili. Sauté until onions are golden brown. . Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, and boiled chana dal. Mix well, cook for a few minutes, and then set aside.
Step 2
For the Pittha Dough: . In a bowl, take rice flour, add salt, and gradually add water to make a smooth dough. . Knead the dough well and let it rest for minutes. . Divide the dough into small balls and roll each ball into a small disc.
Step 3
Assembling: . Place a portion of the dal filling in the center of the rice disc. . Fold the disc over the filling and seal the edges, giving it a semi-circular shape. . Steam the pitthas for - minutes until the outer layer is cooked. Serve hot, garnished with fresh coriander leaves. Dal Pittha can be enjoyed with a side of yogurt or any chutney of your choice.
