Pesarattu (Andhra Green Moong Dosa)
Crisp, savoury pancakes made from soaked whole green mung beans, with no fermenting needed. A filling, protein-rich South Indian breakfast.
- Time40 min plus soaking
- LevelMedium
- Costabout £0.53 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Wash the mung beans and soak them in plenty of cold water for 6 hours or overnight. Drain.
- 2
Blend the beans with the chillies, ginger, cumin, salt, rice flour and enough water to make a smooth, pourable batter like double cream. Stir in the coriander.
- 3
Heat a non stick frying pan over a medium high heat. Brush lightly with oil.
- 4
Pour a ladleful of batter in the centre and spread outwards in a quick circle with the back of the ladle, to about 18 cm across.
- 5
Scatter over a spoonful of chopped onion and tomato, drizzle a little oil around the edge and cook for 2 minutes until the base is crisp and golden and the top looks set. Fold in half. Stir the batter and repeat. Serve with ginger or coconut chutney.
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.
