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Indian Vegetable Pancake

Cultural Context

Originating from various regions in India, the Vegetable Pancake, or Cheela, is a popular breakfast dish made with chickpea flour and a variety of vegetables. It reflects the Indian tradition of using wholesome ingredients to create nutritious meals. Today, it is enjoyed across the globe, with many variations incorporating different vegetables and spices to suit local tastes.

IndianINmain
30 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 cup rava (semolina)
1/2 cup curd
water
carrot
beans
spring onion greens
mushrooms
1 small onion
salt
pepper powder
chili flakes
baking soda
oil

besan

🥗Healthier: chickpea flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Chickpea flour is higher in protein and fiber.

oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier but more expensive.

coriander leaves

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Parsley can be a fresh substitute for flavor.

black pepper

🥗Healthier: white pepper

💰Cheaper: none

White pepper is a suitable alternative.

1

Prepare the base batter using rava (semolina), curd, and water to make a thick batter.

2

Let the batter sit for a couple of minutes to allow the rava to soak up the liquid.

3

Add a mix of vegetables: grated carrot, sliced beans, chopped spring onion greens, sliced mushrooms, and chopped onion to the batter.

4

Season the mixture with salt, pepper powder, and chili flakes, and mix well.

5

If the batter is too thick, add more water to achieve a thick consistency.

6

Add baking soda to the batter and mix it in without letting it rest for too long.

7

Heat oil in a non-stick pan and pour in a ladleful of batter, keeping it thick or spreading it thin as desired.

8

Cover and cook until the top looks dry, then flip and cook the other side until browned.

9

Add more oil if necessary to brown the pancakes on both sides.

10

Serve the pancakes as is or with chutney.

Cooking Techniques

mixingcooking

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlnon-stick panspatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutensoy

Also Known As

Vegetable CheelaBesan Chilla

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