Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Red lentils | 280 g | Sweet, Astringent · Cooling |
 Fresh cilantro | 18 g | Astringent, Bitter · Cooling |
 Coriander seeds | 3 g | Astringent, Bitter, Sweet · Cooling |
 Cumin seeds | 3 g | Pungent, Bitter · Heating |
 Fresh ginger | 5 g | Pungent · Heating |
 Rock salt | 4 g | Salty · Cooling |
 Ghee | 18 g | Sweet · Cooling |
| Water | 420 g | Whole culinary ingredient |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Rinse the red lentils if whole, or sift it if flour; soak whole grains or pulses until pliable, then grind or whisk with the measured water to a smooth batter.
- Stir in the cumin, ginger, rock salt, and fresh cilantro, coriander seeds; rest the batter for 15 minutes.
- Heat a heavy griddle and spread a thin film of ghee.
- Pour and spread each pancake; cook until the surface sets, then turn and cook the second side.
- Serve immediately while the center is tender and the edges are lightly crisp.
Dosha Modifications & Seasonal Guidance
Vaidya Culinary Note (Indian dosa and chilla tradition)
Masoor Dal Chilla is a griddle-cooked breakfast made from a rested grain or pulse batter. Vata: make smaller, softer pancakes and add ghee. Pitta: omit chilies and add coriander. Kapha: spread thinly and use minimal fat.
USDA Nutrition Facts for Masoor Dal Chilla
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (187g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 158 kcal | 297 kcal |
| Protein | 9.1 g | 17.1 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 24.1 g | 45.3 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 8.1 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.04 g | 0.08 g |
| Total Fat | 3.4 g | 6.3 g |
| Calcium | 28.1 mg | 52.7 mg |
| Iron | 3.13 mg | 5.88 mg |
| Magnesium | 26.3 mg | 49.3 mg |
| Phosphorus | 114.7 mg | 215.3 mg |
| Potassium | 277 mg | 519 mg |
| Sodium | 213 mg | 401 mg |
| Zinc | 1.40 mg | 2.63 mg |
| Copper | 0.51 mg | 0.95 mg |
| Manganese | 0.67 mg | 1.26 mg |
| Selenium | 0.2 µg | 0.3 µg |
| Vitamin C | 1.4 mg | 2.7 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 29.6 µg | 55.5 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.14 mg | 0.27 mg |
| Vitamin K | 7.7 µg | 14.4 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.20 mg | 0.37 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.05 mg | 0.09 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.62 mg | 1.16 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.16 mg | 0.29 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 77.7 µg | 145.8 µg |
| Choline | 1.1 mg | 2.1 mg |
