Besan Cheela

Savor the flavors of India with this quick and nutritious Besan Cheela recipe, a savory chickpea flour pancake that's packed with vibrant vegetables and aromatic spices. Ready in just 35 minutes, this wholesome dish combines finely chopped onions, tomatoes, green chilies, and fresh coriander leaves with a spiced batter enriched with cumin, turmeric, and red chili powder. Perfect for breakfast, a light lunch, or even as a snack, Besan Cheela is a gluten-free, protein-rich option that's as versatile as it is satisfying. Serve these golden, crispy pancakes with mint chutney or yogurt for a flavorful, healthy treat that’s sure to impress. Whether you're looking for a quick meal or a creative way to enjoy chickpea flour, this Besan Cheela recipe delivers the perfect balance of taste and nutrition.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup besan (chickpea flour)
• 0.75 cup water
• 0.5 cup onion, finely chopped
• 0.25 cup tomato, finely chopped
• 1 piece green chili, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons coriander leaves, finely chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon red chili powder
• 0.25 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons oil

Directions

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, sift 1 cup of besan (chickpea flour) to ensure there are no lumps.

Step 2

Gradually add 0.75 cup of water to the besan while stirring continuously to make a smooth batter.

Step 3

Add 0.5 cup of finely chopped onion, 0.25 cup of finely chopped tomato, 1 finely chopped green chili, and 1 teaspoon of grated ginger to the batter.

Step 4

Stir in 2 tablespoons of finely chopped coriander leaves, 0.5 teaspoon of cumin seeds, 0.5 teaspoon of red chili powder, and 0.25 teaspoon of turmeric powder.

Step 5

Season the batter with 0.5 teaspoon of salt or according to your taste.

Step 6

Mix all the ingredients thoroughly to ensure everything is well combined.

Step 7

Heat a non-stick pan or tawa over medium heat and add a few drops of oil to grease it lightly.

Step 8

Pour a ladleful of the besan batter onto the pan and spread it evenly in a circular motion to form a thin pancake.

Step 9

Drizzle a few drops of oil around the edges of the cheela.

Step 10

Cook the cheela on medium heat until the edges start to lift and the bottom is golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 11

Flip the cheela carefully and cook the other side for another 2 minutes until golden brown.

Step 12

Remove the cheela from the pan and repeat the process with the remaining batter.

Step 13

Serve the besan cheela hot with mint chutney or yogurt for a delicious meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	514 grams (514.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	800

Total Fat 36.30g	47%
Saturated Fat 2.70g	14%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1278mg	56%
Total Carbohydrate 87.30g	32%
Dietary Fiber 15.90g	57%
Total Sugars 19.00g
Protein 29.90g	60%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 120mg	9%
Iron 8mg	46%
Potassium 1452mg	31%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.1%

Protein: 15.0%

Carbs: 43.9%