a recipe for Besan Chilla, a savory Indian pancake:

Ingredients:

- 1 cup besan (gram flour)

- 1/4 cup finely chopped onions

- 1/4 cup finely chopped tomatoes

- 1/4 cup finely chopped bell peppers (capsicum)

- 2 green chilies, finely chopped

- 1/4 cup chopped fresh coriander leaves

- 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder

- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder

- 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (optional, adjust to taste)

- Salt to taste

- Water (approximately 1/2 to 3/4 cup)

- Oil or ghee for cooking




Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine besan, chopped onions, tomatoes, bell peppers, green chilies, fresh coriander leaves, cumin powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder (if using), and salt. Mix well to ensure all the ingredients are evenly distributed.

2. Gradually add water to the besan mixture, stirring continuously, until you achieve a smooth batter-like consistency. The batter should be pourable but not too thin.

3. Heat a non-stick skillet or tawa on medium heat and lightly grease it with oil or ghee.

4. Pour a ladleful of the besan batter onto the skillet and spread it in a circular motion to form a thin pancake-like chilla.

5. Drizzle a little oil or ghee around the edges of the chilla and cook it on medium heat for 2-3 minutes, or until the bottom side turns golden brown.

6. Flip the chilla using a spatula and cook the other side for an additional 2-3 minutes until it is cooked through and crisp.

7. Repeat the process with the remaining batter to make more chillas, adding oil or ghee to the skillet as needed.

8. Serve the besan chillas hot with mint chutney, yogurt, or any other condiments of your choice.

Besan chilla is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or as a light dinner. The combination of gram flour and vegetables makes it a nutritious and flavorful option. Feel free to experiment with additional ingredients such as grated carrots, spinach, or grated cheese to customize the chillas to your liking. Enjoy this delicious and easy-to-make recipe!

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