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A creative twist on the classic Andhra green gram dosa. Crispy, protein-packed pesarattu is filled with a savory, spiced minced chicken keema. A hearty and delicious meal for breakfast, brunch, or even a light dinner.
For 4 servings
Prepare the Pesarattu Batter
Cook the Chicken Keema Filling
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A creative twist on the classic Andhra green gram dosa. Crispy, protein-packed pesarattu is filled with a savory, spiced minced chicken keema. A hearty and delicious meal for breakfast, brunch, or even a light dinner.
This andhra recipe takes 60 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 589.86 calories per serving with 30.88g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for breakfast or brunch or lunch or dinner.
Assemble and Cook the Pesarattu
Serve
Replace the chicken mince with crumbled paneer, mashed potatoes, or a mixture of finely chopped vegetables like carrots, peas, and beans to create a delicious vegetarian filling.
For a different flavor profile, you can make the batter with split yellow moong dal instead of whole green moong dal. The soaking time will be shorter (around 3-4 hours).
Increase the number of green chilies in the batter and add a slit green chili to the keema while cooking for an extra kick of heat.
Combining protein-rich moong dal and lean chicken mince, this dish is fantastic for muscle building, repair, and keeping you full for longer.
The whole green moong dal is a great source of dietary fiber, which aids in digestion, promotes gut health, and helps in maintaining stable blood sugar levels.
This dish provides important minerals like iron from chicken and lentils, which is crucial for energy production, and potassium and magnesium from the dal, supporting heart health.
One serving, which consists of two pieces, contains approximately 450-500 calories, depending on the amount of oil used. It's a balanced meal with protein, carbs, and fats.
Yes, it is a relatively healthy and balanced dish. The pesarattu is made from moong dal, which is rich in protein and fiber. The chicken keema provides high-quality protein. Using minimal oil for cooking makes it a nutritious meal.
Absolutely! You can easily make a vegetarian version by substituting the chicken mince with crumbled paneer, scrambled tofu, mushrooms, or a mix of finely chopped and sautéed vegetables.
Yes. The keema filling can be made a day or two in advance and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The pesarattu batter is best made fresh, but you can store it in the fridge for up to 24 hours if needed.
Sticking usually happens if the tawa (pan) is not hot enough before you pour the batter, or if it's not seasoned well (especially for cast-iron). Ensure the tawa is medium-hot and lightly greased before making each pesarattu.