Follow these steps for perfect results
Gram flour (besan)
Onions
finely chopped
Green Chillies
finely chopped
Coriander (Dhania) Leaves
few
Salt
Cumin powder (Jeera)
Sunflower Oil
for cooking
Paneer (Homemade Cottage Cheese)
crumbled
Green Chillies
finely chopped
Chaat Masala Powder
Coriander (Dhania) Leaves
finely chopped
Salt
Combine gram flour, onions, green chilies, coriander leaves, salt, and cumin powder in a large bowl.
Gradually add water to make a smooth batter of light spreading consistency.
Check the salt and spice levels and adjust to taste.
In a separate bowl, combine crumbled paneer, green chilies, chaat masala powder, coriander leaves, and salt.
Preheat a skillet on medium heat.
Pour a ladleful of batter onto the pan and spread it in a circular motion to form a thin crepe.
Drizzle oil around the cheela and cook until the top looks cooked and the edges are getting brown.
Flip and cook on the other side for a few seconds.
Spoon the paneer filling to the center of the cheela.
Fold the Besan cheela.
Transfer the Besan Cheela to a plate and serve hot.
Expert advice for the best results
For a richer flavor, add a tablespoon of yogurt to the cheela batter.
Adjust the amount of green chilies according to your spice preference.
Serve immediately for the best texture.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 mins
Batter can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator.
Serve on a plate, garnished with coriander leaves and a dollop of yogurt or chutney.
Serve with chutney (tomato, mint-coriander).
Serve with yogurt.
Serve as a side dish with Indian meals.
The spices in the chai complement the flavors of the cheela.
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