Name: Pesara Pappu Attu (Moong Dal Cheela)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Telugu / Andhra
Ingredients: 1/2 cup split yellow moong dal (soaked); 3/4 cup water; 1/4 cup finely chopped onion; 1/4 cup finely chopped tomato; 1 tsp green chilies, finely chopped; 1 tbsp coriander leaves, chopped; 1/2 tsp cumin seeds; a pinch asafoetida (hing) pinch; for cooking olive oil spray; to taste salt; 1/4 tsp turmeric powder

Step-by-Step Instructions

1
Rinse the soaked moong dal and blend with water to a smooth batter, adding turmeric and salt.
2
Transfer batter to a bowl, stir in cumin seeds, hing, chopped onion, tomato, green chilies and coriander.
3
Heat a non‑stick skillet, lightly spray with olive oil, pour a ladle of batter and spread thinly.
4
Cook 2‑3 minutes until edges lift, flip and cook another minute; repeat for remaining batter.
5
Serve hot with low‑sugar chutney or plain yogurt.

*Pro Tips

1
Use soaked moong dal instead of flour to keep glycemic index low
2
Add extra fiber vegetables like spinach for better blood sugar control
3
Avoid adding sugar or high‑glycemic sauces

Why It's Diabetic-Friendly

Moong dal is high in protein and low GI; using minimal oil and fiber‑rich veggies helps control post‑meal glucose spikes.

⚠️ This recipe is AI-generated and screened for general diabetic suitability. It is not medical advice and has not been individually reviewed by a clinician. Ingredient choices and portion sizes affect blood glucose differently for each person — confirm with your doctor or registered dietitian before relying on it, especially if you take insulin or other glucose-lowering medication.

Get a Full Week of Meals Like This

Take our free assessment and get a personalized 7-day meal plan tailored to your HbA1c level, cuisine, and dietary restrictions.

Start Free Assessment