Heart-Healthy Besan Chilla
Elevate your breakfast game with this Heart-Healthy Besan Chilla recipe, a nutritious twist on the traditional Indian savory pancake. Made with protein-rich chickpea flour and packed with colorful veggies like tomatoes, onions, capsicum, and fresh coriander, these quick and easy chillas are perfect for those seeking wholesome meals without compromising on flavor. Enhanced with warming spices like cumin, turmeric, and chili powder, and cooked with heart-friendly oils, this dish is both delicious and good for your heart. Ideal for busy mornings, these chillas come together in just 25 minutes and pair beautifully with yogurt or tangy chutney for a satisfying meal. Whether you're aiming for a cholesterol-friendly diet or simply craving a plant-based delight, this vegetarian recipe hits all the right notes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Besan (chickpea flour)
- 0.75 cup Water
- 0.5 cup Tomato, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup Onion, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup Capsicum, finely chopped
- 1 unit Green chili, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fresh coriander leaves, chopped
- 0.25 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Red chili powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Oil (preferably olive oil or heart-healthy canola oil)
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, add besan (chickpea flour), water, turmeric powder, red chili powder, cumin seeds, and salt. Mix well to form a smooth batter without any lumps.
Add the finely chopped tomato, onion, capsicum, green chili, and fresh coriander leaves to the batter. Stir well to combine all ingredients evenly.
Heat a non-stick pan on medium heat and add a few drops of oil to lightly grease the pan.
Pour a ladleful of batter onto the pan and spread it evenly into a thin round pancake using the back of the ladle.
Drizzle a little oil around the edges of the pancake to prevent sticking and to facilitate even cooking.
Cook the chilla on medium heat for about 2-3 minutes or until the edges start to lift and the bottom turns golden brown.
Flip the chilla gently using a spatula and cook the other side for another 2 minutes until it is fully cooked.
Remove the chilla from the pan and repeat the process with the remaining batter.
Serve the heart-healthy besan chillas hot, accompanied by a side of yogurt or chutney of your choice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
652 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 22.0 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.8 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1276 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 84.7 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.6 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.8 g | ||
| Protein | 29.0 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 108 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1545 mg | 33% | |
*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.
