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    Moong Bean Paniyaram

    July 19, 2014 By Vidya Srinivasan 78 Comments

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    Moong bean paniyaram | green gram paniyaram | paniyaram recipes

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    When I was thinking about what to prepare for breakfast the next day, I saw a fresh pack of whole moong bean in the kitchen. Usually, I do pesaruttu with whole moong bean for breakfast. Thought of doing something else this time, and my Tamilian roots thought about paniyaram. Previously I did kunukku with lentils and rice, this time wanted to skip the rice.

    Moong Bean Paniyaram

    south indian breakfast recipe
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    Ingredients

    • Whole Green Moong bean/Mung Bean – 1 cup
    • idli rice – 1/4 cup
    • urad dal - 1/4 cup
    • Onion – 1/2 cup finely chopped
    • Cumin Seeds - 1/4 tsp
    • Green Chilli - 1
    • Ginger – 1/4 tsp
    • Hing - a generous pinch
    • Oil – 2 tbsp
    • salt as needed

    Instructions

    • Soak green moon bean, idli rice and year dal for at least 4 hours
    • Use water little by little and grind batter, along with green chillies, cumin seeds and ginger
    • Mix with onion, hing and salt. If required add some more water and adjust the batter
    • Heat the paniyaram pan. Add a little oil to each hole. Spoon the batter into the pan
    • After one side is cooked well, turn the paniyaram and cook the other side. Serve with any chutney
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    Notes

    1. Instead of oil, you can even use cooking spray
    2. If you do not have kuzhi paniyaram pan, you can deep fry them in oil or make a dosai
    3. You can add any veggies of your choice
      Instead of green mong bean, yellow moong dal can also be used
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    Whole Moong Bean Paniyaram:

    Preparation Time: 10 mins | Soaking Time: 4 hours | Cooking Time: 10 mins | Serves : 3

    Recipe Category: Breakfast

    Ingredients:

    Whole Green Moong bean/Mung Bean –  1 cup

    idli rice – 1/4 cup

    urad dal - 1/4 cup

    Onion – 1/2 cup finely chopped

    Cumin Seeds - 1/4 tsp

    Green Chilli - 1

    Ginger – 1/4 tsp

    Hing - a generous pinch

    Oil – 2 tbsp

    salt as needed

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    Method:

    • Soak green moon bean, idli rice and year dal for at least 4 hours
    • Use water little by little and grind batter, along with green chillies, cumin seeds and ginger
    • Mix with onion, hing and salt. If required add some more water and adjust  the batter

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    • Heat the paniyaram pan. Add a little oil to each hole. Spoon the batter into the pan

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    • After one side is cooked well, turn the paniyaram and cook the other side. Serve with any chutney

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    Comments

    1. Malar

      July 19, 2014 at 12:30 am

      That’s a cool idea , wanna grab some 😉

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        July 19, 2014 at 12:31 am

        Thanks Malar:) anytime

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    2. Charanya

      July 19, 2014 at 3:49 am

      I am thinking about getting a cake pop maker instead of paniyaram pan. My hot plate doesn't go well with it-You and Malar are both pro in South Indian food. I so want to cook like you guys 🙂

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        July 20, 2014 at 1:57 pm

        Cake pop maker that sounds interesting Charanya:) yes Malar is innovative. Charanya you always amuze me with great recipes. Learning a lot from you guys

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        • Charanya

          July 20, 2014 at 6:33 pm

          <3<3

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    3. skd

      July 19, 2014 at 5:58 am

      They look so fluffy and tasty Vidya 🙂

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        July 20, 2014 at 1:55 pm

        Thanks for the lovely words:)

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    4. sarahjmir

      July 19, 2014 at 6:26 am

      another yummy post!

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        July 20, 2014 at 1:54 pm

        Thanks Sarah:)

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    5. acbistro

      July 19, 2014 at 7:38 am

      Superb idea !!! <3

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        July 20, 2014 at 1:54 pm

        Thanks Andy:)

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    6. Shruti

      July 19, 2014 at 8:00 am

      Anything in veg protein works for me 🙂 and this one is a keeper... My all time favorite!!! Look at them... so cute ♥

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        July 20, 2014 at 1:53 pm

        Thanks Shruti:) yes Shruti. for vegetarians like us protein is main concern

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    7. Treat and Trick

      July 19, 2014 at 8:28 am

      Healthy combo, they turned out great!

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        July 20, 2014 at 1:52 pm

        Thanks Nora:)

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    8. Chitra Jagadish

      July 19, 2014 at 10:00 am

      Paniyaram using green moong batter sounds interesting vidya.....I don't have Paniyaram pan ... ..Both me and hubby love this....your paniyarams are making me drooooool. ...would have been lucky if there was any quick parcel service? 😉

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        July 20, 2014 at 1:51 pm

        Thanks Chitra:) I wish I can send you:) you can prepare dosa with this batter or bake and try muffins:)

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        • Chitra Jagadish

          July 20, 2014 at 5:50 pm

          so sweet of you vidya… will try uding muffin trays and give it a try….thanx a ton….

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          • Traditionally Modern Food

            July 20, 2014 at 10:45 pm

            Sure Chitra:)

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    9. apsara

      July 19, 2014 at 11:26 am

      Yum, yum, looks delish! I make pesarattu with whole moong too. This is an awesome idea!

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        July 20, 2014 at 1:49 pm

        Thanks Apsara:) ya I like pesarattu as well

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    10. cheri

      July 19, 2014 at 5:42 pm

      This looks very good, have never had mung beans before, see them in the bulk food section ever where. Thanks for the recipe.

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        July 20, 2014 at 1:47 pm

        Thanks Cheri:) healthy as well, do try

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    11. Monica

      July 19, 2014 at 8:20 pm

      This is so interesting...I love how these puff up and look so soft! They sound really flavorful by themselves but I'm sure it's delicious with chutney.

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        July 20, 2014 at 1:45 pm

        Thanks Monica:) tastes great

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    12. Irene

      July 19, 2014 at 8:28 pm

      Looks and sounds delicious. Thanks for the follow. 🙂

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        July 20, 2014 at 1:45 pm

        Thanks Irene:) glad that you like it

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    13. Lori

      July 19, 2014 at 9:24 pm

      These look great Vidya! And sound do tasty!

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        July 20, 2014 at 1:59 pm

        Thanks Lori:)

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    14. Martina

      July 20, 2014 at 6:00 am

      They look really appealing! Thanks for sharing

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        July 20, 2014 at 1:43 pm

        Thanks Martina:)

        Reply
    15. Lily

      July 20, 2014 at 6:18 pm

      I didn’t realize moong bean is used in Indian cuisine also, I have only seen it in Chinese desserts, thanks for sharing

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        July 20, 2014 at 6:35 pm

        Yes Lily we use moong bean in many dishes:)

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    16. food passion and love

      July 20, 2014 at 7:37 pm

      Vidya,this looks soo goood!!I bet they tasted great too!

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        July 21, 2014 at 9:57 am

        Thanks Shannu:)

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    17. cafegarima

      July 20, 2014 at 10:33 pm

      Wow! These look good Vidya..haven’t tried this version of Paniyaram’s yet. On my list now 🙂

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        July 20, 2014 at 10:44 pm

        Thanks Garima:) Glad you like it, do try:)

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        • cafegarima

          July 20, 2014 at 10:48 pm

          Sure will 🙂

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          • Traditionally Modern Food

            July 21, 2014 at 10:01 am

            🙂

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    18. cafegarima

      July 20, 2014 at 10:34 pm

      I meant paniyarams of course..sad typing skills 🙁

      Reply
      • Traditionally Modern Food

        July 20, 2014 at 10:44 pm

        I understood:)

        Reply
        • cafegarima

          July 20, 2014 at 10:48 pm

          🙂

          Reply
    19. Thalia @ butter and brioche

      July 20, 2014 at 10:57 pm

      what an interesting dish.. ive never heard of this before. they look so cute! definitely something i need to try!

      Reply
      • Traditionally Modern Food

        July 20, 2014 at 11:03 pm

        Thanks Thalia:) glad you liked it, Do try

        Reply
    20. smithakal

      July 20, 2014 at 11:12 pm

      wow they good vidya..very healthy as well

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        July 20, 2014 at 11:15 pm

        Thanks Smitha:)

        Reply
    21. The Gastronomic Bong

      July 21, 2014 at 6:39 am

      Wow! Vidya these look so delicious.. 🙂

      Reply
      • Traditionally Modern Food

        July 21, 2014 at 10:00 am

        Thanks Arpita:)

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    22. Amanda

      July 21, 2014 at 12:03 pm

      What a great recipe. I have a lot of moong beans now after discovering how much I love them and this is a great way to use them, especially with the ginger. Yum! Thank you.

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        July 21, 2014 at 2:05 pm

        Glad that you liked it Amanda:)Do try waiting to hear from you

        Reply
    23. aishasoasis

      July 21, 2014 at 6:10 pm

      Looks delish! ♥♥♥ ;^)

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        July 21, 2014 at 8:48 pm

        Thanks:)

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    24. Gayathri

      July 22, 2014 at 11:52 pm

      Healthy and yummy paniyaram.

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        July 22, 2014 at 11:53 pm

        Thanks Gayathri:-)

        Reply
    25. LR

      July 24, 2014 at 5:19 pm

      yummy, did you cover with lid while cooking paniyarams?

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        July 24, 2014 at 5:20 pm

        Thanks:-) no I didn't use lid while cooking

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    26. cpriya78

      September 17, 2014 at 9:21 pm

      Looks do good dear!

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        September 22, 2014 at 10:25 pm

        Thanku Priya:-)

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    27. rani kalra

      September 18, 2014 at 12:06 am

      Great idea! Definitely try.

      Reply
    28. rani kalra

      September 18, 2014 at 12:08 am

      Great idea! Definitely try

      Reply
      • Traditionally Modern Food

        September 22, 2014 at 10:11 pm

        Thanku Rani:-)

        Reply
    29. Shobha

      September 18, 2014 at 11:36 am

      Nice recipe .. will make them.

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        September 22, 2014 at 10:09 pm

        Thanku Shobha:-)

        Reply
    30. gypsyinjeans

      December 27, 2014 at 4:08 am

      Woooowwww! I am preparing this. Cool food pictures too..:-)

      Reply
    31. Sundari

      January 31, 2015 at 9:36 am

      Wow!! super healthy and inviting!!

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        January 31, 2015 at 10:11 pm

        Thanku Sundari:-)

        Reply
    32. Anjum

      February 01, 2015 at 7:36 am

      Just awsome .Forget to prepare chapati nd sabzi for breakfast now only ur dish became my families all time fav.

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        February 01, 2015 at 8:48 am

        Thanku Anjum:-) I am glad that you and your family liked it:-)

        Reply
    33. Anjum

      February 01, 2015 at 7:38 am

      Healthy balls for.breakfast ......

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      • Traditionally Modern Food

        February 01, 2015 at 8:48 am

        Thanku Anjum:-)

        Reply
    34. Rani Vijoo

      February 01, 2015 at 3:48 pm

      Healthy and yummy paniyaarams.

      Reply
      • Traditionally Modern Food

        February 05, 2015 at 4:07 pm

        Thanku Rani:-)

        Reply
    35. Shobana vijay

      March 09, 2015 at 10:58 pm

      Three lentils interesting healthy paniyaram.Will surely make a trial for my kids

      Reply
      • Traditionally Modern Food

        March 09, 2015 at 11:45 pm

        Thanku Shobana:-)

        Reply

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