High Protein Besan Cheela (Savory Gram Flour Pancake)

Elevate your breakfast or snack game with this High Protein Besan Cheela, a savory gram flour pancake that's as nutrient-packed as it is delicious. Made with gram flour, vibrant spinach, tangy tomatoes, and protein-rich paneer, this recipe combines wholesome ingredients for a satisfying and flavorful meal. Spiced with turmeric, cumin, and a hint of chili, these cheelas are quick to whip up in just 30 minutes, making them perfect for busy mornings or light dinners. Crisp on the outside and soft on the inside, they pair beautifully with yogurt or a zesty chutney. Loaded with plant-based protein and brimming with bold flavors, this easy-to-make dish is a must-try for health-conscious food lovers and Indian cuisine enthusiasts alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Besan (Gram Flour)
• 0.75 cup Water
• 0.5 cup Spinach Leaves
• 1 medium Tomato
• 0.5 cup Onion
• 1 optional Green Chili
• 1 teaspoon Ginger
• 0.5 teaspoon Cumin Seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Red Chili Powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 100 grams Paneer
• 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
• 2 tablespoons Coriander Leaves

Directions

Step 1

Finely chop the spinach leaves, tomato, onion, green chili, ginger, and coriander leaves. Grate the paneer and set aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine besan and water. Whisk until there are no lumps and the batter is smooth.

Step 3

Add the spinach, tomato, onion, green chili, ginger, cumin seeds, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt to the batter. Mix well to incorporate all the ingredients.

Step 4

Fold in the grated paneer, ensuring it's evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 5

Heat a non-stick skillet or tawa over medium heat. Add a little olive oil and spread evenly across the surface.

Step 6

Pour a ladleful of batter onto the skillet and spread it into a thin pancake using the back of the ladle. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the edges start to lift.

Step 7

Drizzle a little more olive oil around the edges and on top of the cheela. Flip the cheela when the bottom side is golden brown and cook the other side for another 2 minutes.

Step 8

Continue making cheelas with the remaining batter, adding oil as needed to prevent sticking.

Step 9

Serve the high protein besan cheela hot with your favorite chutney or yogurt on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(707.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1156.7

Total Fat 61.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 69mg	0%
Sodium 3217.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 103.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.1g	0%
Total Sugars 32.0g
Protein 50.3g	0%

Vitamin D 2.7IU	0%
Calcium 717.1mg	0%
Iron 10.0mg	0%
Potassium 1843.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.4%

Protein: 17.2%

Carbs: 35.4%