Low Sodium Besan Pola
Elevate your breakfast or snack game with this delicious and nutritious Low Sodium Besan Pola—a savory chickpea flour pancake loaded with fresh vegetables, fragrant spices, and a hint of tangy lemon juice. Perfect for those seeking a heart-healthy, low-sodium recipe, this quick and flavorful dish combines finely chopped spinach, tomato, onion, and garlic with a blend of turmeric, chili powder, coriander, and cumin seeds for an irresistible burst of taste in every bite. Simple to prepare in under 35 minutes, these wholesome pancakes are cooked on a skillet with olive oil until golden and crisp. Serve them warm with a dollop of yogurt or your favorite chutney for a satisfying, protein-packed meal that’s light on salt but rich in flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup besan (chickpea flour)
- 0.75 cup water
- 0.25 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 0.25 teaspoon red chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon coriander powder
- 2 cloves garlic (finely chopped)
- 1 unit green chili (finely chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 0.5 cup onion (finely chopped)
- 0.5 cup tomato (finely chopped)
- 0.5 cup spinach (finely chopped)
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the besan (chickpea flour) with water. Whisk the mixture until it forms a smooth, lump-free batter.
Add the turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and cumin seeds to the batter. Mix well to incorporate all the spices evenly.
Stir in the chopped garlic, green chili, onion, tomato, spinach, and fresh cilantro. Mix the vegetables thoroughly into the batter.
Add the lemon juice and give the batter a final mix. Let the mixture rest for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Once hot, add 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil and spread it evenly on the surface.
Pour a ladleful of batter onto the skillet and spread it gently to form a round pancake about 6 inches in diameter and roughly 1/4 inch thick.
Cook the besan pola for about 2-3 minutes or until the edges start to lift and the bottom turns golden brown.
Gently flip the pancake using a spatula and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the other side until it's cooked through.
Remove the cooked besan pola from the skillet and place it on a serving plate. Repeat the cooking process with the remaining batter, adding more oil as needed.
Serve the besan pola hot with a side of yogurt or chutney of your choice. Enjoy your flavorful and healthy low-sodium meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
812 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.0 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.1 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 136 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 89.4 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.8 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.9 g | ||
| Protein | 31.1 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 187 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 10.0 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 1875 mg | 40% | |
*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.
