High Protein Moong Dal Appam

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Suman Yadav (@sumansauthenticrecipe)

A nutritious and protein-packed breakfast option, perfect for kids' tiffin boxes. These appams are made with soaked moong dal and a variety of vegetables, making them both healthy and delicious.

High Protein Moong Dal Appam recipe
Prep Time
10min
Cook Time
12min
Total Time
22min

Ingredients

2 Servings
(1 serving = 2 appams)

Main Ingredients

  • soaked moong dal
    soaked moong dal
    1cup
  • green chili
    green chili
    1clove
  • onion
    onion
    1/4cup
  • tomato
    tomato
    1/4cup
  • carrot
    carrot
    1/4cup
  • capsicum
    capsicum
    1/4cup
  • boiled corn
    boiled corn
    1/4cup
  • oregano
    oregano
    1tsp
  • chili flakes
    chili flakes
    1tsp
  • black pepper
    black pepper
    1/2tsp
  • cumin powder
    cumin powder
    1/2tsp
  • oil
    oil

How to make High Protein Moong Dal Appam

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Add green chili and soaked moong dal to a blender and make a fine batter.

  2. Step 2

    Mix all the chopped vegetables and spices into the batter.

Cooking

  1. Step 1

    Heat an appam pan and apply oil.

  2. Step 2

    Pour the batter into the pan and cook both sides well.

  3. Step 3

    It takes about 10-12 minutes to cook.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

147.5kcal (7.38%)

Protein

10.3g (20.5%)

Carbs

27.0g (9.82%)

Sugars

3.0g (6%)

Healthy Fat

1.3g

Unhealthy Fat

0.3g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. You can customize the vegetables based on your preference or what you have on hand.

  2. Serve with chutney or yogurt for added flavor.

FAQS

  1. How can I make High Protein Moong Dal Appam suitable for a vegan diet?

    This High Protein Moong Dal Appam recipe is already vegan-friendly since it primarily uses moong dal and vegetables. Just ensure that any oil you use is plant-based, and you can enjoy this nutritious breakfast without any animal products.

  2. What are some good substitutions for vegetables in Moong Dal Appam?

    You can customize your Moong Dal Appam by substituting vegetables based on your preference or availability. For example, you can replace capsicum with zucchini, use spinach instead of carrots, or add peas for extra sweetness. Just keep the total volume of vegetables similar for the best texture.

  3. How should I store leftover Moong Dal Appam?

    To store leftover Moong Dal Appam, let them cool completely, then place them in an airtight container. They can be refrigerated for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply warm them on a skillet or in a microwave until heated through.

  4. What can I pair with Moong Dal Appam for a complete meal?

    For a complete meal, you can pair Moong Dal Appam with a side of coconut chutney or tomato salsa for added flavor. A simple yogurt dip also complements the appams well, providing a creamy texture that balances the spices.

  5. How long does it take to cook Moong Dal Appam, and what is the cooking process?

    Cooking Moong Dal Appam takes about 10-12 minutes. First, blend soaked moong dal and green chili into a fine batter. Then, mix in chopped vegetables and spices. Heat an appam pan, apply oil, pour the batter, and cook until both sides are golden brown.

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