Besan Cheela

Besan Cheela is a savory Indian pancake made from gram flour, packed with protein and fiber, perfect for a nourishing breakfast. It’s quick to make and can be customized with various vegetables and spices to suit your taste.

Ingredients

• Besan (gram flour) - 1 cup
• Water - 3/4 cup
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Red chili powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cumin seeds - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon (or to taste)
• Onion (finely chopped) - 1 small
• Tomato (finely chopped) - 1 small
• Green chili (finely chopped) - 1, optional
• Coriander leaves (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Oil (for cooking) - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine besan, turmeric powder, red chili powder, cumin seeds, and salt.
2. Gradually add water while whisking to create a smooth batter. The consistency should be similar to pancake batter.
3. Stir in the chopped onion, tomato, green chili, and coriander leaves until well mixed.
4. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add 1/2 tablespoon of oil.
5. Once the oil is hot, pour a ladleful of the batter onto the skillet and spread it to form a circle.
6. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until the edges start to lift and the bottom is golden brown.
7. Flip the cheela and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the other side, adding a little more oil if necessary.
8. Repeat the process with the remaining batter, adding oil as needed.
9. Serve hot with yogurt or chutney.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein due to gram flour, supporting muscle health.
• Rich in fiber which aids in digestion and promotes satiety.

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