About
Besan Chilla is a popular Indian dish made with chickpea flour (besan). It is a savory pancake that is often served as a breakfast or snack. It is made by combining besan with spices, herbs, and vegetables, and then cooking it in a skillet. Besan Chilla is usually served with chutney or yogurt. It can also be stuffed with crumbled paneer to make a filling meal.
Macronutrients Breakdown
Proteins
5.8
Fats
15.5
Carbs
7.7
Fibre
3.2
Get the best of both worlds - the taste you love and the health benefits you need - with Besan Chilla
Chat with our coaches to find out how.
Recipe
Ingredients
besan (gram flour)
1 cup
red chilli powder
1/2 teaspoon
turmeric powder
1/4 teaspoon
cumin powder
1/4 teaspoon
garam masala
1/4 teaspoon
aamchur (dry mango powder)
1/2 teaspoon
coriander powder
1/2 teaspoon
Salt to taste
water
1/2 cup
oil
2 tablespoons
Directions
Step 1:
In a bowl, mix together the besan, red chilli powder, turmeric powder, cumin powder, garam masala, aamchur, coriander powder and salt.
Step 2:
Add the water and mix to make a thick batter.
Step 3:
Heat a non-stick pan and spread a ladleful of the batter on it.
Step 4:
Drizzle some oil around the edges and cook on medium heat for 2-3 minutes.
Step 5:
Flip the chilla and cook on the other side for 2-3 minutes.
Step 6:
Serve hot with chutney or pickle.
Did you know?
How many users have tracked it?
We've got some serious foodies in our community! 123296 users have chowed down on Besan Chilla a whopping 277960 times.
Where was it consumed the most?
Hungry much? These cities certainly are! Delhi, Chandigarh, Lucknow, Indore, Mumbai are the top 5 cities gobbling up Besan Chilla like there's no tomorrow.
When was it eaten the most?
When it comes to Besan Chilla, our users are head over heels in july, but the interest cools down in march.
Who preferred this food the most?
It's official: Besan Chilla 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! 123296 users have chowed down on Besan Chilla a whopping 277960 times.
Don't deprive yourself of Besan Chilla
Enjoy it guilt-free by talking to our nutrition coaches today.
Frequently Asked Questions
Follow us
