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Chickpea Flour Pancakes (Besan Chilla/Cheela) - Traditional Pancakes Taken To The Next Level | hurrythefoodup.com

Chickpea Flour Pancakes

Course: Breakfast, Lunch
Cuisine: Indian
Diet: Gluten Free, Egg Free, Low Calorie, Low Fat, Dairy Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Time: Max 10 min
Calories: 150 - 450 kcal
Type: meal plan recipes
Diet: dairy-free, egg-free, gluten-free, vegan
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 1
Calories: 337kcal
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Ingredients

Topping suggestions

  • ¼ bell pepper, red
  • ¼ cup (35 g) peas
  • 1 tbsp hummus

Instructions

  • Add the chickpea flour, water, turmeric, salt, pepper and chili flakes (if using) to a mixing bowl and give it a quick blend using a food processor or blender. Leave it to settle for a few minutes while you heat up the oil or ghee in a non-stick pan. The batter needs to look very runny!
    Chickpea Flour Pancakes (Besan Chilla/Cheela) - Traditional Pancakes Taken To The Next Level | hurrythefoodup.com
  • Finely dice the spring onions and add them to the mixture.
  • In a pan heat up the oil, then add the mixture when the pan is hot - medium heat should be just right.
    Chickpea Flour Pancakes (Besan Chilla/Cheela) - Traditional Pancakes Taken To The Next Level | hurrythefoodup.com
  • Cook for about 4 minutes - the mixture will quickly start to firm.
  • Make sure you use a large pan here, you’re aiming for thin pancakes. They’re MUCH easier to handle!
  • Use a large spatula to help you flip the pancakes. After another 2-3 minutes your pancake will be ready!
    Chickpea Flour Pancakes (Besan Chilla/Cheela) - Traditional Pancakes Taken To The Next Level | hurrythefoodup.com
  • Done! Add your desired toppings and enjoy (eg. peas and bell pepper).

Serving suggestions:

  • Any chutneys (red onion is a favourite of ours) yogurt dip, hummus, avocado, guacamole, Branston Pickle (if you can find it where you are it goes incredibly well!).

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Nutrition

Calories: 337kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 692mg | Potassium: 759mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 1505IU | Vitamin C: 55mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 5mg