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Vegan Spinach Jalapeno Cheela

Cultural Context

Cheela, a popular Indian street food, is a savory pancake made primarily from gram flour. The addition of spinach and jalapenos enhances its nutritional value and flavor, making it a vibrant breakfast option. Traditionally enjoyed in various forms across India, this vegan version caters to health-conscious eaters while preserving the essence of the original dish. Today, cheela can be found in many variations, reflecting local ingredients and preferences.

IndianINmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 1⁄4 Cup chickpea flour
1⁄4 Cup rice flour
2 Teaspoon flax seed meal
Salt To Taste
1 Cup water
1 Pinch turmeric powder
1 Teaspoon ginger garlic paste
1 Cup spinach
1 Teaspoon sliced jalapeno pepper
2 Tablespoon pine nuts
2 Tablespoon pomegranate seeds
1 Tablespoon olive oil

gram flour

🥗Healthier: chickpea flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Chickpea flour is higher in protein and fiber.

jalapenos

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: green chilies

Bell peppers add sweetness; green chilies are more cost-effective.

cooking oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil adds flavor; vegetable oil is less expensive.

1

In a large bowl, add in chickpea flour, rice flour, flax seed meal and salt; mix well.

2

Pour little water at a time to make a thin batter.

3

Season with turmeric powder and ginger garlic paste. Set aside.

4

In a heavy bottom pan, heat olive oil and add in the spinach; season with salt and sauté until wilted.

5

Add in the jalapeno and sauté for a few seconds. Set aside.

6

Heat a heavy bottom flat pan on medium – high and pour a ladle full of batter and spread.

7

Cook on one side, smear some oil and flip and cook on the other side.

8

Flip again and place the spinach stuffing. Fold it and place on the serving plate.

Cooking Techniques

mixingcooking

Equipment Needed

large bowlheavy bottom panheavy bottom flat pan

Spice Level:

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Dietary

veganplant-basedgluten-free

Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

Spinach PancakeJalapeno Cheela

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