Keto Besan Cheela
Savor the keto-friendly twist on a classic Indian breakfast with this Keto Besan Cheela recipe! Packed with nutrient-rich ingredients like chickpea flour, zucchini, spinach, and fresh coriander, this high-protein, gluten-free crepe is elevated with aromatic spices such as ground cumin, turmeric, and ginger. Easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, these golden, lacy crepes are pan-cooked to perfection using coconut oil, making them a healthy and wholesome choice for anyone on a keto diet. Serve them piping hot with a side of keto-friendly chutney or creamy yogurt for a flavorful, low-carb meal that's as satisfying as it is nutritious. Perfect for a hearty breakfast, light lunch, or snack, this Keto Besan Cheela is sure to become a staple in your keto recipe repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 100 grams Chickpea flour (Besan)
- 120 ml Water
- 50 grams Grated zucchini
- 30 grams Chopped spinach
- 1 Green chili, finely chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh coriander leaves, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Ginger, grated
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the chickpea flour, ground cumin, turmeric powder, and salt.
Slowly add the water into the bowl, whisking continuously to form a smooth, lump-free batter.
Add grated zucchini, chopped spinach, finely chopped green chili, grated ginger, and chopped fresh coriander leaves into the batter. Mix well to incorporate all ingredients evenly.
Heat a non-stick pan or skillet over medium heat and grease it lightly with a little coconut oil using a brush or paper towel.
Ladle a small portion of the batter onto the center of the skillet and spread it gently in a circular motion using the back of the ladle to form a thin and even crepe.
Drizzle a few drops of coconut oil around the edges of the cheela and let it cook for 3-4 minutes until the edges begin to lift and the bottom is golden brown.
Flip the cheela carefully using a spatula and cook the other side for an additional 2-3 minutes until it is cooked through, with small brown spots appearing.
Remove the cheela from the skillet and transfer it to a plate. Repeat the process with the remaining batter, adding more coconut oil as needed.
Serve the Keto Besan Cheela hot with your choice of keto-friendly chutney or yogurt.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
665 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.1 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.9 g | 119% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1280 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 64.0 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.5 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.7 g | ||
| Protein | 24.4 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 109 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 7.2 mg | 40% | |
| Potassium | 1235 mg | 26% | |
*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.
