Besan Cheela
A nutritious, protein-rich Indian breakfast made with gram flour, vegetables, and simple spices. Light, quick, and perfect for healthy eating.
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Add besan, onions, tomatoes, coriander, green chilli, turmeric, red chilli powder, ajwain and salt to a bowl.
- Slowly pour water and whisk until you get a smooth, lump-free batter of medium pouring consistency.
- Heat a tawa on medium flame and lightly grease it with a few drops of oil.
- Pour a ladle of batter and spread it gently into a round cheela.
- Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the base turns golden, then flip and cook the other side.
- Serve hot with green chutney or curd for a healthy meal.
Notes
For extra nutrition, add grated carrots, spinach or capsicum. Use minimal oil to keep it light and healthy.
Abhinav is the Founder of Diet Dekho, helping people manage weight and lifestyle health through simple, practical nutrition and personalized diet plans.