Recipe

Besan Chilla Recipe - Healthy Indian Breakfast - High Protein Eggless Savory Pancake

Prep: 
15 mins
Cook: 
10 mins

Ingredients

  • Besan - 2 cups
  • Sooji - 3 Tbsp
  • Baking Soda - 1/2 tsp 
  • Onion - 1 medium (chopped)  
  • Green Chilies - 1-2 (chopped) 
  • Green Bell Pepper - 1/2 cup (shredded) 
  • Cilantro - 1/2 cup (chopped)  
  • Ajwain Seeds - 1/2 tsp 
  • Salt - to taste
  • Red Chili Powder - 1/2 tsp
  • Turmeric Powder  - 1/4 tsp 
  • Water - 2/3 cup 
  • Oil/Ghee - for cooking

Dive into the heart of Indian cuisine with our Besan Chilla Recipe, a stellar example of a healthy Indian breakfast that doesn’t skimp on flavor. This vegan, gluten-free Chilla is your gateway to a high-protein start, without the need for eggs, making it a perfect choice for a wide array of dietary preferences. Discover the joy of making your own Besan Ka Cheela today and transform your breakfast routine with a touch of Indian tradition, perfectly paired with your favorite achaar and chutney.

Watch our recipe video for step by step instructions on how to make Besan Chilla. We’ve included demonstrations and pro tips to help you out in the kitchen! For our besan ka cheela calories and nutrition information, see the recipe card below. We also have an option to view our besan chilla recipe in hindi.

Instructions

How To Make Besan Chillas:

1. Start by chopping all the vegetables and setting them aside. 1/2 cup shredded bell pepper, 1 chopped medium onion, 1-2 chopped green chilies, and 1/2 cup chopped cilantro.

2. In a large bowl, add 2 cups besan, 3 Tbsp sooji, 1/2 tsp ajwain seeds, salt to taste, 1/2 tsp red chili powder, 1/4 tsp turmeric powder, and 1/2 tsp baking soda along with all the chopped vegetables. 

3. Mix everything together until evenly coated.

4. Next, slowly add 2/3 cups water until the mixture starts to form a thick batter. Be sure to add the water slowly so as to not make the batter too thin either.

5. Once mixed, let the batter rest for 10 minutes.

6. In a large pan, add a teaspoon of ghee or oil and let it heat up.

7. Add a ladle full of batter to the pan and let the chilla cook on one side. Once the chilla begins to dry on the surface, it is ready to flip!

8. Flip the chilla and cook again on the other side for an additional 2 minutes. Once cooked, remove from the pan and serve with your favorite achaar or chutney.

Enjoy!

Dive into the heart of Indian cuisine with our Besan Chilla Recipe, a stellar example of a healthy Indian breakfast that doesn’t skimp on flavor. This vegan, gluten-free Chilla is your gateway to a high-protein start, without the need for eggs, making it a perfect choice for a wide array of dietary preferences. Discover the joy of making your own Besan Ka Cheela today and transform your breakfast routine with a touch of Indian tradition, perfectly paired with your favorite achaar and chutney.

Watch our recipe video for step by step instructions on how to make Besan Chilla. We’ve included demonstrations and pro tips to help you out in the kitchen! For our besan ka cheela calories and nutrition information, see the recipe card below. We also have an option to view our besan chilla recipe in hindi.

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