Soy-Free Besan Cheela (Savory Gram Flour Pancake)
Brighten up your breakfast or snack time with this Soy-Free Besan Cheela, a savory gram flour pancake that's naturally gluten-free, vegan, and packed with bold Indian flavors. Made with nutrient-rich besan (gram flour) and a medley of fresh ingredients like tomato, green chili, and aromatic coriander, this quick and healthy recipe balances spice and earthiness perfectly. The batter is infused with warm cumin, turmeric, and a touch of red chili powder for an authentic taste, while olive oil ensures a crispy, golden finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, these versatile pancakes make an excellent high-protein snack, light meal, or side, and pair beautifully with tangy chutneys or creamy yogurt. Whether you're looking for a soy-free alternative or simply craving a flavorful comfort food, besan cheela is a must-try!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup besan (gram flour)
- 0.75 cup water
- 1 medium, finely chopped tomato
- 1 finely chopped green chili
- 0.5 teaspoon, grated ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 0.25 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 0.25 teaspoon red chili powder
- 2 tablespoons, finely chopped fresh coriander leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Directions
Step 1
In a mixing bowl, combine besan with water. Use a whisk to mix until smooth and lump-free.
Step 2
Add the chopped tomato, green chili, ginger, cumin seeds, turmeric powder, red chili powder, chopped coriander leaves, and salt to the besan batter. Mix everything well. Let the batter rest for 5 minutes.
Step 3
Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to a non-stick pan and heat over medium flame.
Step 4
Pour a ladleful of batter onto the pan and spread it evenly to form a thin pancake.
Step 5
Cook on medium heat for 2-3 minutes, until the edges are golden brown and the batter is cooked through.
Step 6
Drizzle a few drops of olive oil over the cheela and flip it over gently.
Step 7
Cook the other side for another 2 minutes until golden brown.
Step 8
Remove from pan and repeat with the remaining batter, adding oil to the pan as needed.
Step 9
Serve hot with chutney or yogurt.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (480.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 802.2 |
| Total Fat 37.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2448.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 88.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 24.5g | |
| Protein 30.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 106.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1398.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories