Nut-Free Besan Cheela (Savory Gram Flour Pancake)

Elevate your breakfast or snack game with Nut-Free Besan Cheela, a savory gram flour pancake that's packed with bold flavors and free from nuts, making it an allergy-friendly delight! This quick and easy recipe combines nutrient-rich besan (gram flour) with classic Indian spices like cumin, turmeric, and red chili powder, enhanced by the freshness of chopped onions, tomatoes, coriander, and a zingy touch of lime juice. Perfectly golden and crisp on the outside, these cheelas are effortlessly cooked on a skillet in just 20 minutes, offering a wholesome, protein-packed option for busy mornings. Serve them hot with chutney or yogurt for a delicious, vegan, and gluten-free treat that's as satisfying as it is nutritious!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup besan (gram flour)
• 3/4 cup water
• 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/4 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup tomato, finely chopped
• 1 medium green chili, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh coriander leaves, chopped
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 2 tablespoons oil

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, add 1 cup besan (gram flour) along with 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder, 1/4 teaspoon red chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.

Step 2

Gradually pour in 3/4 cup water while whisking continuously to avoid lumps, forming a smooth batter with a medium-thick consistency.

Step 3

Add 1/2 cup finely chopped onion, 1/2 cup finely chopped tomato, 1 medium green chili finely chopped, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander leaves, and 1 teaspoon grated ginger to the batter.

Step 4

Stir in 1 tablespoon lime juice and mix everything well.

Step 5

Heat a non-stick tawa or skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it with a little oil.

Step 6

Pour a ladleful of the batter onto the center of the tawa and spread it gently in a circular motion to make a pancake about 5-6 inches in diameter.

Step 7

Drizzle a few drops of oil around the edges of the cheela.

Step 8

Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side or until the edges start to peel off and the bottom becomes golden brown.

Step 9

Flip the cheela carefully using a spatula and cook the other side for another 2-3 minutes until golden and cooked through.

Step 10

Remove the cheela from the tawa and repeat the process with the remaining batter.

Step 11

Serve hot with chutney or yogurt as a nutritious breakfast or snack.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(608.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	818.4

Total Fat 37.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1281.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 93.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.6g	0%
Total Sugars 22.3g
Protein 31.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 130.8mg	0%
Iron 8.5mg	0%
Potassium 1644.2mg	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: 40.2%

Protein: 14.9%

Carbs: 44.8%