Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
2 unit

Green Chillies

chopped

1 cup

Spinach Leaves (Palak)

coarsely ground

2 tbsp

Sunflower Oil

for cooking

1 tsp

Salt

to taste

1 inch

Ginger

grated

1 cup

Moth Sprouts (Matki)

1 tsp

Fennel seeds (Saunf)

0.25 tsp

Turmeric powder (Haldi)

0.5 cup

White Urad Dal (Split)

soaked

Step 1
~19 min

Soak white urad dal for 4 hours.

Step 2
~19 min

Combine moth sprouts, soaked urad dal, green chilies, fennel seeds, and ginger in a mixer jar.

Step 3
~19 min

Grind to a smooth paste.

Step 4
~19 min

Transfer the paste into a mixing bowl.

Step 5
~19 min

Mix in finely chopped methi, coarsely ground palak leaves, salt, and turmeric.

Step 6
~19 min

Adjust salt and spice levels to taste.

Step 7
~19 min

Preheat a skillet on medium heat.

Step 8
~19 min

Pour a ladleful of batter onto the pan.

Step 9
~19 min

Spread in a circular motion to form a thin crepe/dosa.

Step 10
~19 min

Drizzle some oil around the cheela.

Step 11
~19 min

Cook until the top doesn't look raw and the edges are getting brown.

Step 12
~19 min

Flip and cook on the other side for a few seconds.

Step 13
~19 min

Transfer to a plate and repeat with the remaining batter.

Step 14
~19 min

Serve with sweet and spicy tomato chutney.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Soaking the Urad dal overnight will make it easier to grind.

For a crispier cheela, add a tablespoon of rice flour to the batter.

Serve with a dollop of yogurt or a side of mint chutney.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Batter can be prepared a day in advance and refrigerated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with Sweet and Spicy Tomato Chutney

Pair with a side of yogurt or raita.

Perfect Pairings

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North India

Cultural Significance

Common breakfast and snack item in many North Indian households.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Brunch
Light Dinner
Weeknight Meal

Popularity Score

65/100