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Pesarattu
Pesarattu is a delightful and nutritious breakfast dish hailing from the vibrant region of Andhra Pradesh, India. This green gram dosa is not only gluten-free but also packed with protein, making it a perfect way to start your day. Traditionally served with a side of refreshing coconut chutney or a spicy sambar, each bite of Pesarattu offers a unique blend of flavors and textures that is sure to satisfy your taste buds. This dish has been enjoyed for generations, symbolizing the rich culinary heritage of South Indian cuisine.
Ingredients
- Green gram (moong dal)
- 1 cup, soaked
- Rice
- 1/2 cup, soaked
- Fresh ginger
- 1 inch piece
- Green chillies
- 2-3, adjust to taste
- Onion
- 1 medium, finely chopped
- Salt
- to taste
- Oil
- for cooking
- Coconut chutney (optional)
- for serving
- Sambar (optional)
- for serving
Instructions
- Soak the green gram and rice in water for 8 hours or overnight.
- Drain the soaked grains and transfer them to a blender. Add ginger and green chillies. Grind to a smooth batter, adding a little water if necessary to achieve a pouring consistency.
- Add salt to the batter and mix well. The batter should be thick but pourable.
- Heat a non-stick pan or griddle over medium heat. Once hot, pour a ladle full of batter onto the pan and spread it in a circular motion to make a thin dosa.
- Sprinkle some chopped onions on top of the dosa and gently press them with a spatula to embed them into the batter.
- Drizzle a little oil around the edges of the dosa and cook until the bottom turns golden brown and crispy, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Carefully flip the dosa and cook the other side for an additional minute.
- Repeat with the remaining batter, adding oil as needed for each dosa.
- Serve hot with coconut chutney and/or sambar for a delicious breakfast experience.
Tips
- For a variation, you can add chopped spinach or grated carrots to the batter for extra nutrition.
- Adjust the level of green chillies based on your spice preference.
- Make sure the pan is well-heated before pouring the batter to ensure a crispy dosa.
Dietary Information
Servings: 4 Dish Type: Breakfast Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus soaking time) Cook Time: 20 minutes Calories: 200 Fat: 5g Carbs: 30g Protein: 10g Sodium: 150mg Sugar: 2g
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