Savoury Punjabi Masala Chilla Recipe

About this recipe

Savoury Punjabi Masala Chilla is a delightful Indian breakfast made with gram flour, vibrant spices, and fresh vegetables. This nutritious dish is quick to prepare, offering a perfect balance of flavors and textures. The crispy chillas are spiced moderately, making them ideal for a family meal with a medium heat profile. Packed with protein from gram flour and vitamins from vegetables, it’s a wholesome choice for body maintenance. Serve it hot with green chutney or yogurt for a comforting, traditional start to your day.

Ingredients

• 500 g Onion
• 250 g Carrot
• 100 g Salt
• 200 g Dahi
• 200 ml Mustard Oil
• - Besan
• medium Chilli Green Long
• 100 g Coriander Leaves
• 50g Everest Garam Masala
• 100 g Jeera
• 100 g Red Chili Powder
• 500 g Tomato - Hybrid
• 20 g Turmeric Powder

Instructions

1. 1. In a mixing bowl, combine gram flour, turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala, and salt. Mix well.
2. 2. Add chopped onion, tomato, grated carrot, green chili, cumin seeds, and coriander leaves to the dry mixture. Mix to combine.
3. 3. Gradually add yogurt and water, whisking until the batter is smooth and lump-free. The consistency should be slightly thick but pourable.
4. 4. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and lightly grease it with oil.
5. 5. Pour a ladleful of batter onto the pan and spread it evenly to form a thin pancake.
6. 6. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the edges turn golden, then flip and cook the other side for another 2 minutes.
7. 7. Repeat with the remaining batter, greasing the pan as needed.
8. 8. Serve the hot chillas with green chutney or yogurt and enjoy.