- Soak the whole moong dal in plenty of water for 6-8 hours. Drain thoroughly and grind to a coarse paste without adding water. Take the ground dal in a bowl and add grated carrots,chopped bell pepper,sliced onions,grated ginger,chopped green chilli,salt and rice flour. Mix well. Add 1/2 -3/4 cup water and mix well. Heat a tava and take a ladle full of batter and spread into a disc. Add oil generously to the sides and also in the center by making a dent. Cook on medium flame for 4-5 minutes till the chilla becomes golden and crispy in the edges. Serve moong dal chilla hot.