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Spinach Besan Cheela Recipe

Spinach Besan Cheela Recipe: A Nutritious Breakfast Delight

This Spinach Besan Cheela Recipe is a nutritious, protein-packed breakfast option that's quick and easy to make.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 pancakes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Besan (Chickpea Flour) Can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 2 cups Spinach Leaves Fresh or frozen work
  • 1 Small Onion, Finely Chopped Or use green onions
  • 2 Green Chilies, Finely Chopped Adjust for heat preference
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger, Grated Fresh ginger preferred
  • 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric Powder Optional for color
  • 0.25 teaspoon Red Chili Powder Substitute with paprika for milder
  • to taste Salt Adjust based on taste
  • as needed cups Water For batter consistency
  • as needed tablespoons Oil (for cooking) Ghee can be used for traditional flavor

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Blender
  • non-stick griddle
  • Ladle
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Make Spinach Puree: Rinse spinach leaves and blend with a splash of water until smooth.
  2. Prepare Batter: Mix besan and spinach puree with chopped onion, green chilies, ginger, turmeric, and red chili powder, seasoning with salt. Gradually add water until pourable.
  3. Heat the Griddle: Preheat a non-stick griddle over medium heat for 3-5 minutes.
  4. Cook Cheela: Pour batter and spread into a thin pancake. Cook for 2-3 minutes until edges lift and bottom is golden.
  5. Fry and Flip: Drizzle oil around edges, fry until crispy, then flip and cook the other side for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Repeat Cooking: Keep cooking remaining batter, ensuring to oil the griddle adequately.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Serve hot with mint chutney, yogurt, or salsa.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pancakeCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 6gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 180IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with yogurt or chutney for enhanced flavor. Experiment with additional ingredients for personal twists.

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