High Protein Besan Pola
Elevate your breakfast or snack game with this High Protein Besan Pola, a healthy twist on the traditional besan pancake. Packed with the goodness of chickpea flour and a protein boost from unflavored whey powder, this recipe is both nourishing and delicious. Infused with aromatic spices like turmeric and cumin, along with the freshness of coriander, ginger, and green chili, this savory delight is perfect for fitness enthusiasts and flavor seekers alike. Quick to make in just 30 minutes, this gluten-free recipe is a protein powerhouse that pairs beautifully with yogurt or chutney. Whether you're looking for a nutritious post-workout meal or a satisfying, guilt-free treat, the High Protein Besan Pola has you covered.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Besan (chickpea flour)
- 0.5 cup Whey protein powder (unflavored)
- 0.5 cup Curd (yogurt)
- 0.5 cup Water
- 1 small Onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium Green chili, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 pinch Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 2 tablespoons Coriander, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Oil
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine besan, whey protein powder, curd, and water. Mix well until you have a smooth batter without lumps.
Add the chopped onion, green chili, grated ginger, turmeric powder, salt, and baking soda to the batter. Stir to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
In a small pan, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and allow them to sizzle for a few seconds before pouring it into the batter. Mix well.
Stir in the chopped coriander leaves into the batter.
Heat a non-stick pan or tawa over medium heat and grease it lightly with the remaining oil.
Pour a ladleful of the batter onto the pan and spread it evenly to form a thick pancake.
Cover the pan with a lid and cook on low to medium heat for about 5 minutes, or until the bottom side turns golden brown.
Flip the besan pola carefully using a spatula and cook the other side for another 5 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Transfer the cooked besan pola to a serving plate. Repeat the process with the remaining batter.
Serve the High Protein Besan Pola hot, garnished with additional coriander if desired. Accompany with yogurt or chutney for extra flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1311 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.7 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.1 g | 45% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 56 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 1608 mg | 70% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 97.2 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.0 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.4 g | ||
| Protein | 128.1 g | 256% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 845 mg | 65% | |
| Iron | 8.4 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 2072 mg | 44% | |
*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.
