Delicious and healthy red lentil pancakes made with split red lentils, ginger, green chili, and cilantro.
Author:Andrew
Prep Time:4 hours
Cook Time:15 minutes
Total Time:4 hours 30 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Breakfast
Method:Griddling
Cuisine:Indian
Diet:Vegan
Ingredients
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1 cup split red lentils (masoor dal)
3 cups water (for soaking lentils)
1 green chili
1 inch ginger
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ cup water (for grinding)
2 tablespoons cilantro (finely chopped)
2 tablespoons oil
Instructions
Rinse 1 cup of split red lentils under cool running water. Place in a bowl, add 3 cups of water, and soak for at least 4 hours or overnight. Drain and rinse again.
Transfer soaked lentils to a blender. Add 1 green chili, 1-inch ginger, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and ½ cup water. Blend until smooth and thick, adding more water a tablespoon at a time if needed to reach a pourable consistency.
Stir in 2 tablespoons of finely chopped cilantro into the batter.
Let the batter rest for at least 15-20 minutes to allow flavors to meld and the batter to thicken slightly.
Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add about 1 teaspoon of oil and spread evenly. Pour a ladleful of batter and swirl to spread into a thin circle (6-8 inches).
Cook for 2-3 minutes until bubbles form and edges look set. Flip and cook the other side for another 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Repeat with remaining batter, adding oil as needed.