Follow these steps for perfect results
Green Chillies
chopped
Spinach Leaves (Palak)
coarsely ground
Sunflower Oil
for cooking
Salt
to taste
Ginger
grated
Moth Sprouts (Matki)
Fennel seeds (Saunf)
Turmeric powder (Haldi)
White Urad Dal (Split)
soaked
Soak white urad dal for 4 hours.
Combine moth sprouts, soaked urad dal, green chilies, fennel seeds, and ginger in a mixer jar.
Grind to a smooth paste.
Transfer the paste into a mixing bowl.
Mix in finely chopped methi, coarsely ground palak leaves, salt, and turmeric.
Adjust salt and spice levels to taste.
Preheat a skillet on medium heat.
Pour a ladleful of batter onto the pan.
Spread in a circular motion to form a thin crepe/dosa.
Drizzle some oil around the cheela.
Cook until the top doesn't look raw and the edges are getting brown.
Flip and cook on the other side for a few seconds.
Transfer to a plate and repeat with the remaining batter.
Serve with sweet and spicy tomato chutney.
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.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Batter can be prepared a day in advance and refrigerated.
Serve warm, garnished with chopped cilantro and a drizzle of chutney.
Serve with Sweet and Spicy Tomato Chutney
Pair with a side of yogurt or raita.
Complements the spices in the cheela.
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Common breakfast and snack item in many North Indian households.
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