Low Carb Besan Chilla
Discover the ultimate guilt-free delight with this flavorful Low Carb Besan Chilla, a wholesome twist on the classic Indian pancake. Packed with nutrient-rich chickpea flour, fresh vegetables like onion, tomato, and aromatic coriander, this recipe combines vibrant spices such as cumin, turmeric, and red chili powder for an irresistible fusion of taste and texture. Perfectly crisped on a skillet with a touch of olive oil, these gluten-free chillas are quick to prepare, taking just 25 minutes from start to finish. Serve them hot with a dollop of creamy yogurt or zesty green chutney for a satisfying high-protein, low-carb meal that’s ideal for breakfast, lunch, or as a healthy snack. Optimize your plate with this easy, vegetarian, and crowd-pleasing recipe that’s filled with bold flavors and health-conscious ingredients.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Besan (chickpea flour)
- 0.5 cup Finely chopped onion
- 0.5 cup Finely chopped tomato
- 1 medium Chopped green chili
- 0.25 cup Finely chopped coriander leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 0.25 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil (or any cooking oil)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, add 1 cup of besan.
Gradually add 1 cup of water, whisking steadily to avoid lumps. Aim for a smooth batter consistency.
Incorporate finely chopped onion and tomato, ensuring they are well integrated into the batter.
Add chopped green chili, coriander leaves, cumin seeds, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt to the mixture.
Stir all the ingredients together until well combined.
Heat a non-stick tawa or skillet over medium heat and drizzle a small amount of olive oil.
Pour a ladleful of batter onto the center of the tawa and spread it outwards in a circular motion to form a thin pancake.
Cook on one side for about 2-3 minutes, or until edges begin to lift and appear golden brown. Drizzle a bit more oil around the edges if needed.
Flip the chilla carefully and cook the other side for another 2-3 minutes until cooked through.
Transfer to a plate and repeat with remaining batter.
Serve hot with chutney or yogurt for a wholesome meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
796 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.8 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1286 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 89.6 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.0 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.7 g | ||
| Protein | 30.9 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 169 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 9.8 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 1949 mg | 41% | |
*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.
