Sugar-Free Besan Cheela (Savory Gram Flour Pancake)

Whip up a deliciously wholesome breakfast or snack with this Sugar-Free Besan Cheela (Savory Gram Flour Pancake), a guilt-free twist on a classic Indian recipe. Made with protein-rich besan (gram flour) and packed with finely chopped onions, tomatoes, green chilies, fresh coriander, and earthy spices like cumin, turmeric, and red chili powder, these savory pancakes are as nutritious as they are flavorful. Perfect for those seeking a quick and healthy sugar-free meal, these cheelas boast a delightfully crisp texture and aromatic flavor, thanks to the addition of grated ginger and vibrant spices. Ready in just 30 minutes, they make a versatile dish that can be enjoyed with a dollop of fresh yogurt or zesty chutney. Whether you're looking for a light lunch or a wholesome snack, this easy-to-make recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 3

Ingredients

• 1 cup besan (gram flour)
• 0.75 cup water
• 0.5 cup onion, finely chopped
• 0.25 cup tomato, finely chopped
• 1 unit green chili, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh coriander leaves, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 0.5 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 0.25 teaspoon red chili powder
• 0.25 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons oil

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine besan (gram flour), cumin seeds, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt.

Step 2

Gradually add water to the dry mixture, whisking continuously to form a smooth, lump-free batter. The consistency should be like pancake batter, not too thick or too thin.

Step 3

Add the finely chopped onion, tomato, green chili, coriander leaves, and grated ginger to the batter. Mix well to combine.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Once the skillet is hot, pour a ladleful of batter onto it and spread it gently into a circular shape using the back of the ladle.

Step 6

Drizzle a little oil around the edges and cook the cheela on medium flame.

Step 7

Cook until the edges start to release from the skillet and the underside becomes golden brown, approximately 3-4 minutes.

Step 8

Flip the cheela using a spatula and cook the other side until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 9

Remove from the skillet and repeat with the remaining batter.

Step 10

Serve the sugar-free besan cheelas hot with yogurt or chutney of your choice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(512.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	797.1

Total Fat 37.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1277.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 87.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.7g	0%
Total Sugars 19.9g
Protein 30.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 119.4mg	0%
Iron 8.2mg	0%
Potassium 1448.3mg	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: 41.4%

Protein: 15.0%

Carbs: 43.6%