Andhra Pesarattu

Pesarattu is a very famous breakfast item from Andhra Pradesh. It is made from whole green gram, hence high in its protein content. It is a variation of the usual dosa as it uses green gram in place of urad dal. It can be eaten with or without any accompaniment. Usually it is eaten with ginger chutney. This is because Pesarattu because of the predominance of green gram can cause flatulence. Ginger acts on just that and keeps the stomach healthy and light!!

Ingredients:

Whole green gram/Hesaru Kaalu/Saboot moong dal/Payir 1-1/2 cup.

Rice flour 1/2 cup.

Red chillies 5-6.

Cumin seeds 2 teaspoons.

Curry leaves and finely chopped coriander leaves.

Method:

1. Soak the green gram overnight in water.
2. Next morning, add the red chillies to it and grind it coarsely.
3. Add the cumin seeds, rice flour and salt to taste ; mix well.
4. Optionally finely cut onions and ajwain seeds can be added.
5. Add curry leaves and finely cut coriander leaves.
6. Heat the tava. Smear a teaspoon of oil. Sprinkle water. Make dosas with the batter as usual.
7. Relish with ginger chutney.