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Diet Chilla

Cultural Context

Originating from North India, Chilla is a popular breakfast dish made from gram flour. It's cherished for its simplicity and versatility, often enjoyed with chutney or yogurt. In modern times, variations abound, with many incorporating vegetables for added nutrition, making it a favored choice among health-conscious eaters.

IndianINmain
20 min
easy
2 servings
Servings4
1 cup gram flour
1 cup jowar flour
1/2 cup semolina
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 tablespoon red chili powder
1 tablespoon chaat masala
1 tablespoon roasted cumin powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garam masala
1/2 teaspoon ajwain
2 tablespoons white sesame seeds
1.5 cups chopped cabbage
1 cup chopped carrot
1/2 cup green peas
1/2 cup chopped tomato
1/2 cup chopped bell pepper
1 cup chopped spinach
1 tablespoon lemon juice
3-4 green chilies
1 inch ginger
5-6 cloves garlic

gram flour

🥗Healthier: chickpea flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Chickpea flour is more nutritious, while all-purpose flour is more accessible.

oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil adds flavor and is healthier, while vegetable oil is budget-friendly.

onion

🥗Healthier: scallions

💰Cheaper: leeks

Scallions provide a milder flavor, while leeks are often less expensive.

green chili

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Jalapeños offer similar heat, while bell peppers are milder and cheaper.

1

In a bowl, combine 1 cup gram flour and 1 cup jowar flour.

2

Add 1/2 cup semolina for crispiness.

3

Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon turmeric powder, 1 tablespoon red chili powder, 1 tablespoon chaat masala, 1 tablespoon roasted cumin powder, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon garam masala, and 1/2 teaspoon ajwain.

4

Mix well and add water gradually to form a thick batter, using about 1.5 cups of water.

5

Cover and let the batter rest for 15-20 minutes.

6

Prepare a paste by grinding 3-4 green chilies, 1 inch ginger, and 5-6 garlic cloves without adding water.

7

Add 1 cup chopped cabbage, 1 cup chopped carrot, 1/2 cup green peas, 1/2 cup chopped tomato, 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper, and 1 cup chopped spinach to a mixing bowl.

8

Mix in the prepared paste and 1 tablespoon lemon juice.

9

Combine the vegetable mixture with the batter, ensuring it remains thick.

10

Heat a small pan and add 1 tablespoon oil, spreading it evenly.

11

Add some white sesame seeds to the oil.

12

Pour 1 tablespoon of the batter into the center of the pan and spread it out.

13

Cover and cook on low heat for 5-7 minutes until the top is dry.

14

Flip the chilla and cook for another 5 minutes until crispy on both sides.

15

Serve hot.

Cooking Techniques

mixingpan-frying

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlsmall panspatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariangluten-free

Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

Besan ChillaGram Flour Pancake

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