Spiced Besan Chilla Wraps with Mint Raita bring together the flavours of classic Indian street-style wraps with the lightness of a home-cooked, high-fibre meal. Besan chillas have long been enjoyed across Indian households as a quick, protein-rich dish made from gram flour, known for its easy digestibility and nourishing qualities. Turning these chillas into wraps adds convenience and makes the meal portable, versatile and perfect for busy days. The filling is fresh and crunchy, combining onions, capsicum, cabbage and carrot for a satisfying bite. Light seasoning keeps the flavour clean while allowing the natural taste of the vegetables to shine. The mint raita adds necessary coolness and balance, making every bite refreshing. These wraps are light yet filling, ideal for breakfast, lunchboxes or a simple dinner.
For the Besan Chilla Wraps:
1 cupBesan (gram flour)
¾ to 1 cupWater (as needed)
¼ tspTurmeric
½ tspRed chilli powder
½ tspCumin seeds
1Green chillies (finely chopped)
½ tspGinger (grated)
to tasteSalt
2–3 tbspOil (for cooking)
For the Veggie Filling:
½ cupSliced onions
½ cupSliced capsicum
½ cupShredded cabbage
¼ cupCarrot (grated)
½ tspChaat masala
¼ tspBlack pepper
to tasteSalt
1 tspLemon juice
For the Mint Raita:
1 cupCurd
¼ cupMint leaves
2 tbspCoriander leaves
1Green chilli (optional)
¼ tspRoasted cumin powder
to tasteSalt