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Instant Besan Chilla
Premix: Your Shortcut to Nutritious Indian Pancakes

24 mins
Cooking Time
Easy
Difficulty
14
Ingredients
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No more fussing with measuring out a bunch of spices every time you want a quick snack. This besan chilla premix has all the essential flavours blended into one easy-to-store mix. Just add some water to the premix to create a batter, and you’ll be cooking up soft, flavourful chillas in no time. It's perfect for busy mornings or even for a light meal anytime.

Ingredients

UNITSIngredients
4-5Microwaved green chillies (finely chopped)
3 tbsp Microwaved coriander leaves (finely chopped)
3 cupsGram flour (Besan)
3 tbsp Dried onion flakes
3 tspSalt (Or adjust as per taste)
¾ tspBaking soda
1 ½ tspChilli powder
1 ½ tspCarom seeds (Ajwain)
¾ tspBlack pepper powder
¼ tspAsafoetida (Hing)
¼ tspTurmeric powder
To make besan chilla with premix:
Adjust Water (for batter consistency)
For greasingOil
½ cupPremix

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Directions

Description - Step 1

Prepare ingredients

  • Firstly, finely chop green chillies and coriander leaves. Then microwave them together for 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Once done, take it out of the microwave and keep it aside to let it cool completely.

Description - Step 2

Measure dry ingredients

  • In a large mixing bowl, measure and add gram flour, dried onion flakes, salt, baking soda, chilli powder, carom seeds, black pepper powder, asafoetida, and some turmeric powder.

Description - Step 3

Mix thoroughly

  • Mix the dry ingredients together until they’re well combined and create a uniform premix.

Description - Step 4

Store the premix

  • Transfer the premix into a glass jar or an airtight container.  
  • To prevent moisture from getting inside the jar or container, seal it tightly.
  • The premix will stay good for up to 21 days if stored in a cool and dry place.
  • For extended shelf life, you can also keep the premix in the refrigerator.

Description - Step 5

Make besan chilla with premix

  • In a large bowl, add the premix along with water and whisk into a smooth batter with medium consistency. It should not be too thick or too runny.
  • Heat up a non-stick pan and give it a light coat of oil.
  • Take a ladle of batter and pour it on the pan, spreading it out into a nice round shape. Also, pour some oil on top.
  • Let it cook for about 2 to 3 minutes on each side, or until it turns into a lovely golden brown.

Step 1
Prepare ingredients
5-6 Minutes
Step 2
Measure dry ingredients
3 Minutes
Step 3
Mix thoroughly
3 Minutes
Step 4
Store the premix
2 Minutes
Step 5
Make besan chilla with premix
10 Minutes

Plate it up!

Plating Instructions

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Stack 2 to 3 chillas on a simple white plate and keep a small bowl of chutney on the side.

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Pairing Instructions

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Enjoy the chillas with a refreshing coriander-mint chutney or curd as a side.

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Garnishing Instructions

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Add a sprinkle of freshly chopped coriander leaves or a pinch of chaat masala on top just before serving.

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