Regional Dishes

Adai (South Indian Lentil Pancakes)

Admin Januar 24, 2026

Prep Time

150 min

Cook Time

20 min

Servings

6

Calories

220

Adai (South Indian Lentil Pancakes)

Savory South Indian pancakes made with lentils and rice. Serve with coriander chutney.

Ingredients

1 cup mixed dhals (tur dhal, chana dal, or split yellow peas) 2 cups long-grained rice Salt to taste Water as needed Optional additions: Finely chopped onions Jalapeños Spinach Grated ginger Cumin seeds

Instructions

1. Wash and rinse dhals and rice until water runs clear. 2. Soak together in fresh water for a couple of hours. 3. Drain and grind in blender to a somewhat coarse mixture, adding water as needed. 4. Add salt and let rest at least 1 hour (or overnight for sourdough tang). 5. Heat nonstick or cast iron skillet until water droplets bounce off. 6. Drop ladleful of batter in center. 7. Swirl batter with back of ladle from inside to outside to form thin round pancake. 8. Wait until top looks dry, plus another minute for crispness. 9. Flip to cook other side. 10. Serve immediately with coriander chutney. Note: Batter keeps refrigerated for almost a week.
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Nutrition Facts
Per Serving (6 servings)
Calories 220
Protein 8,00 g
Carbohydrates 44,00 g
Fat 1,00 g

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