About
Besan Cheela is a North Indian breakfast dish made with chickpea flour (besan). It is a savory pancake that is usually served with chutney or pickle. It is a quick and easy dish to make and is a great way to start the day. The batter is made with besan, spices, and water and is then cooked on a hot griddle or skillet. The cheela can be served plain or with vegetables, cheese, or other toppings.
Macronutrients Breakdown
Proteins
5.8
Fats
15.5
Carbs
7.7
Fibre
3.2
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Recipe
Ingredients
besan (gram flour)
1 cup
red chilli powder
1/2 teaspoon
turmeric powder
1/4 teaspoon
garam masala
1/4 teaspoon
cumin seeds
1/2 teaspoon
ajwain (carom seeds)
1/4 teaspoon
baking soda
1/4 teaspoon
chopped coriander leaves
2 tablespoons
chopped onion
2 tablespoons
chopped tomato
2 tablespoons
chopped green chilli
2 tablespoons
Salt to taste
oil
2 tablespoons
Directions
Step 1:
In a bowl, mix together besan, red chilli powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, cumin seeds, ajwain, baking soda, coriander leaves, onion, tomato, green chilli and salt.
Step 2:
Add enough water to make a thick batter.
Step 3:
Heat a non-stick pan and grease it with oil.
Step 4:
Pour a ladleful of the batter on the pan and spread it evenly.
Step 5:
Drizzle some oil around the edges and cook on medium heat until the bottom is golden brown.
Step 6:
Flip the cheela and cook the other side until golden brown.
Step 7:
Serve hot with chutney or ketchup.
Did you know?
How many users have tracked it?
We've got some serious foodies in our community! 68158 users have chowed down on Besan Cheela a whopping 141998 times.
Where was it consumed the most?
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When was it eaten the most?
When it comes to Besan Cheela , our users are head over heels in march, but the interest cools down in october.
Who preferred this food the most?
It's official: Besan Cheela is the food of choice for 28-30 female, with people of >40 BMI also on board.
How many users have tracked it?
We've got some serious foodies in our community! 68158 users have chowed down on Besan Cheela a whopping 141998 times.
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