Besan Chila
Discover the irresistible charm of Besan Chila, a savory Indian pancake crafted from protein-rich gram flour (besan) and a medley of fresh veggies like onion, tomato, and green chili. This quick and wholesome breakfast recipe is infused with aromatic spices such as cumin, turmeric, and red chili powder, creating a tantalizing burst of flavors in every bite. Prepared in just 30 minutes, Besan Chila is a gluten-free, vegetarian delight that's perfect for busy mornings, snack cravings, or light dinners. Serve it hot with a side of tangy chutney or creamy yogurt to elevate your dining experience. Easy to make, versatile, and packed with nutrients, Besan Chila is a must-try for anyone seeking a healthy twist to traditional comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup gram flour (besan)
- 0.75 cup water
- 0.5 cup onion
- 0.5 cup tomato
- 1 unit green chili
- 2 tablespoons coriander leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 0.25 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 0.25 teaspoon red chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons oil
Instructions
Finely chop the onion, tomato, green chili, and coriander leaves.
In a mixing bowl, add gram flour (besan).
Slowly add water to the besan, whisking continuously to form a smooth batter without lumps.
Add chopped onion, tomato, green chili, and coriander leaves to the batter.
Mix in cumin seeds, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt into the batter.
Heat a non-stick pan or tawa on medium heat and add a little oil to grease.
Pour a ladleful of the batter onto the pan and spread it evenly in a circular motion, similar to a pancake.
Cook on medium heat until the edges start lifting and the bottom turns golden brown, for about 2-3 minutes.
Drizzle a few drops of oil around the edges and flip the chila to cook the other side.
Cook for another 1-2 minutes until lightly browned and fully cooked.
Repeat the process with the remaining batter.
Serve hot with chutney or yogurt.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
823 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.4 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1957 mg | 85% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 92.8 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.8 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.3 g | ||
| Protein | 30.5 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 126 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 1504 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
