How many calories does one Poha Yellow Moong Dal Dosa have?

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While this no fermenting moong dal dosa requires an hour and a half of soaking, the batter does not need to be fermented. So it is instant. The rich aroma of the dosa being cooked in ghee suits as a breakfast fare or a snack treat as well. 

The appetizing aroma of fenugreek seeds, the crisp texture acquired from poha, the semi-spicy flavour and nice colour set this how to make moong dal dosa a notch higher than others. Relish it fresh off the tava with chutney and hot Sambhar.

To make poha yellow moong dal dosa, combine the poha, yellow moong dal and fenugreek seeds in enough water in a deep bowl and soak it for 1 hour 30 minutes. Drain well. Blend in a mixer along with coconut and 1 cup of water till smooth. Transfer the mixture into a deep bowl, add all the other ingredients and mix well. Heat a non-stick tava (griddle), sprinkle a little water on the tava (griddle) and wipe it off gently using a cloth. Pour a ladleful of the batter on it and spread it in a circular motion to make a 175 mm. (7”) diameter circle. Smear a little ghee over it and along the edges and cook on a medium flame till the dosa turns brown in colour. Turnover and cook again till the other side gets cooked as well. Fold over to make a semi-circle or a roll. Repeat with the remaining batter to make 11 more dosas. Serve immediately with coconut chutney and sambar.

Just like rotis made of different flours have different flavours, dosas made of varied batters also have varied flavours. Not only the taste but the aroma and texture of the dosa also varies according to the ingredients used in the batter. Some batters need to be fermented while some do not. poha yellow moong dal dosa is of the latter variety. 

Tips for poha yellow moong dal dosa. 1. Ensure you use jada poha for this recipe. 2. Also make sure to add poha and fenugreek seeds after the yellow moong dal has been washed well. 3. Serve this dosa immediately, like any other dosa. 

You can also try other dosa recipes like Poha Dosa or dosa.

Poha Dosa, Aval Dosa with Curd

Is Poha Yellow Moong Dal Dosa healthy?

Yes and no, depends who is eating it. Made from poha, yellow moong dal, coconut, coriander and spices. 

Let's understand the Ingredients.

What's good.

Yellow Moong Dal : The fibre (4.1 g in ¼ cup) present in yellow moong dal prevents the deposition of bad cholesterol (LDL) in the arteries which promotes a healthy heart in turn. Packed with nutrients like zinc (1.4 mg), protein (12.2 mg) and iron (1.95 mg), yellow moong dal helps to maintain the elasticity of your skin and help to keep it moist.  Fiber, potassium and magnesium from yellow moong dal will work together to regulate blood pressure and soothe the nerves and is diabetic friendly. See here for details of 7 amazing benefits of yellow moong dal. 

Coconut : The fresh coconut has saturated fats but most of it is MCT (Medium Chain Triglycerides) which promote weight loss. The high fibre content 13.6 gm (45.3% of RDA) along with high lauric acid content of coconut improves cholesterol levels in the body. Improving the action of insulin secretion and lowering the raised blood sugar levels is yet another benefit of coconut for Diabetics. See here for 10 amazing benefits of coconut.  

Coriander (kothmir, dhania) : The antioxidants vitamin A, vitamin C and the quercetin present in coriander works towards strengthening our immune system. Coriander is a fairly good source of iron and folate – the 2 nutrient which help in the production and maintenance of red blood cells in our blood. Good for reducing cholesterol and for diabetics. Read 9 benefits of coriander to understand details. 

What's the problem?

Poha ( Beaten rice) : Pros for poha. High iron count (2.67 mg in a cup) of poha. Most people prefer eating poha for breakfast. The reason behind it is its high carb count. Poha helps us accomplish nearly 5% of potassium requirement which will control blood pressure and sustain cardiac health and  further aids in controlling blood cholesterol too. Cons. Due to high carb content it is not good source  of diabetic food. Read is poha healthy?  

Can diabetics, heart patients and over weight individuals have Poha Yellow Moong Dal Dosa ?

No for diabetics as there are high carbs. Yes for heart patients as Poha helps us accomplish nearly 5% of potassium requirement which will control blood pressure and sustain cardiac health and  further aids in controlling blood cholesterol too. 

Can healthy individuals have Poha Yellow Moong Dal Dosa?

Yes, they can have this dosa. 

What is a healthy accompaniment to the dosa? 

Have this with nutritious green chutney recipe which has ZERO sugar used in it made with mint leaves, onions and coriander. Or you can have this healthy coocnut chutney made from coconut and coriander. 

Nutritious Green Chutney

How to burn 114 calories that come from Poha Yellow Moong Dal Dosa?

Walking (6 kmph) = 34 mins

Running (11 kmph) = 11 mins

Cycling (30 kmph) = 15 mins       

Swimming (2 kmph) = 20 mins

Note: These values are approximate and calorie burning differs in each individual.