Pesarattu- Indian Coconut and Lentil Snack Recipe

Name: Pesarattu- Indian Coconut and Lentil Snack
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup green lentil, washed and soaked for 1 hour (green moong dal); ½ cup raw rice, washed and soaked for 1 hour; 5 green chilies; 1 large onion, peeled,washed and finely chopped; 2 tablespoons fresh grated coconut; ¾ cup fresh coriander leaves, washed and finely chopped; 1 boiled and mashed potatoes; salt; 8 fresh curry leaves, washed; 1 cup sesame oil

Servings: persons

1
Grind the drained dal, rice, green chillies and salt to taste to a smooth paste.
2
Transfer to a mixing bowl.
3
Add the mashed potato, onion, curry leaves and corriander leaves and mix with your fingers{apply a little oil on your fingers before mixing to prevent the batter from sticking to your fingers} until you have a batter of semi-solid consistency.
4
Heat a flat iron dosa tava{griddle}.
5
Smear the griddle with 1/2 tsp.
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of oil.
7
Add a ladle full of the batter and make it in the shape of a dosa.
8
Add 1/2 tsp.
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of oil.
10
After 2 minutes, flip the pesarattu on the other side and again smear with 1/4 tsp.
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of oil.
12
When the pesarattu turns golden and crispy on either side, remove it from the griddle.
13
Serve hot with corriander-coconut chutney.
14
Enjoy your snack!

643

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup green lentil, washed and soaked for 1 hour (green moong dal), ½ cup raw rice, washed and soaked for 1 hour, 5 green chilies, 1 large onion, peeled,washed and finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Pesarattu- Indian Coconut and Lentil Snack falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pesarattu- Indian Coconut and Lentil Snack

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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