About
Besan ka Cheela is a North Indian breakfast dish. It is made with a batter of besan (gram flour) and spices, and cooked like a pancake on a hot griddle. It is usually served with chutney or pickle, and can be enjoyed as a snack or light meal.
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
cumin powder
1/4 teaspoon
garam masala
1/4 teaspoon
ajwain (carom seeds)
1/2 teaspoon
salt
1/2 teaspoon
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, ajwain and salt.
Step 2:
Add the water and mix until you get a thick batter.
Step 3:
Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat.
Step 4:
Grease the pan with some oil.
Step 5:
Pour a ladleful of the batter onto the pan and spread it evenly.
Step 6:
Cook for 2-3 minutes until the edges start to brown.
Step 7:
Flip the cheela and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
Step 8:
Serve hot with chutney or pickle.
Did you know?
How many users have tracked it?
We've got some serious foodies in our community! 12574 users have chowed down on Besan ka Cheela a whopping 19000 times.
Where was it consumed the most?
Hungry much? These cities certainly are! Delhi, Lucknow, Chandigarh, Indore, Mumbai are the top 5 cities gobbling up Besan ka Cheela like there's no tomorrow.
When was it eaten the most?
When it comes to Besan ka Cheela, our users are head over heels in july, but the interest cools down in april.
Who preferred this food the most?
It's official: Besan ka Cheela is the food of choice for 24-27 female, with people of >40 BMI also on board.
How many users have tracked it?
We've got some serious foodies in our community! 12574 users have chowed down on Besan ka Cheela a whopping 19000 times.
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