Pesarattu

Pesarattu

పెసరట్టు (peh-sah-RAHT-too)

Green Gram Crepe

Prep Time 25 minutes
📈 Difficulty easy
👥 Servings
4
🔥 Calories 200 kcal

A crispy crepe made from green gram (moong dal) batter, originating from Andhra Pradesh. High in protein and naturally gluten-free, often served with ginger chutney and upma.

Nutrition & Info

374 kcal per serving
Protein 15.8g
Carbs 40.1g
Fat 16.0g
Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

vegetarian vegan gluten-free

Equipment Needed

tawa/griddle blender

Instructions

  1. 1

    Soak green gram and rice for 4-6 hours. Grind into a smooth batter with green chilies, ginger, and cumin.

  2. 2

    Unlike dosa, pesarattu batter does not need fermentation.

  3. 3

    Heat a tawa, pour batter and spread into a thin circle.

  4. 4

    Sprinkle chopped onions on top and drizzle oil around edges.

  5. 5

    Cook until crispy and golden. Fold and serve with ginger chutney or allam pachadi.

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Did You Know?

Pesarattu is a specialty of Andhra Pradesh and is sometimes served wrapped around upma, creating a dish called MLA Pesarattu.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

  • tawa/griddle
  • blender

The Story Behind Pesarattu

Pesarattu is a traditional Andhra breakfast that dates back centuries in Telugu cuisine, valued for its high protein content.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed breakfast 📜 Origins: Ancient

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