Punjabi Spiced Besan Breakfast Chilla Recipe

About this recipe

Punjabi Spiced Besan Breakfast Chilla is a savory Indian pancake made with gram flour, packed with aromatic spices and fresh vegetables. This dish is a wholesome and nutritious way to start the day, providing a perfect balance of protein, fiber, and flavor. The mildly spiced batter is made with gram flour, tangy yogurt, and a hint of turmeric, cumin, and chilies, combined with freshly chopped vegetables like tomatoes, onions, and coriander. Quick to prepare and cook, these chillas are ideal for a family breakfast. Serve them hot with green chutney or yogurt for a satisfying and healthy start to your morning.

Ingredients

• 500 g Onion
• 500 g Tomato - Hybrid
• 200 g Dahi
• 1 box Baking Soda
• - Besan
• 50 Grms Garam Masala Handmade Spices 50 Grms
• 100 g Coriander Leaves
• 50G Green Chilies
• 100 g Jeera
• 100 g Red Chili Powder
• 100 g Salt
• 1 liter Sunflower Oil
• 20 g Turmeric Powder

Instructions

1. 1. In a mixing bowl, combine gram flour, yogurt, turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala, cumin seeds, and salt. Gradually add water to form a smooth, lump-free batter with a consistency similar to pancake batter.
2. 2. Add the chopped onion, tomato, green chilies, and coriander leaves to the batter. Mix well to evenly distribute the vegetables.
3. 3. Stir in the baking soda just before cooking to make the chillas light and fluffy.
4. 4. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and lightly grease it with a few drops of oil.
5. 5. Pour a ladleful of batter onto the pan and spread it into a thin, even circle using the back of the ladle. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until the edges start lifting and the bottom is golden brown.
6. 6. Flip the chilla carefully and cook the other side for another 2-3 minutes until fully cooked and golden.
7. 7. Repeat the process with the remaining batter, greasing the pan lightly before making each chilla.
8. 8. Serve the hot chillas immediately with green chutney or plain yogurt on the side for a delicious breakfast.