Moong Dal Chilla Recipe With Paneer Filling To Kickstart Your Day

By Krati Purwar

April 18, 2025

Moong dal chilla is an amazing way to kickstart your mornings on a busy weekday or weekend. It is a protein-rich recipe, especially good for women struggling to manage polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). Here is how to make it more interesting.

Ingredients

2 cups soaked moong dal 2 green chillies 1 tsp red chilli powder ½-inch ginger ½ tsp cumin seeds 100 grams grated paneer 2 tbsp butter 2 tbsp coriander leaves ¼ tsp black pepper Salt to taste

Step 1

Blend moong dal with green chillies, cumin seeds, and ginger.

Step 2

Keep the consistency of the batter thick.

Step 3

Add salt, red chilli powder, and a pinch of hing.

Step 4

On a plate, combine salt, paneer, pepper, red chilli powder, and coriander leaves.

Step 5

Spread the batter on a hot griddle. Apply butter on the edges.

Step 6

When the base is cooked, top it with paneer mixture, and enjoy it with tea, coffee, and juice.