Besan Chilla (Gram flour pancakes)

You love pakoras, but not the deep fried calories?! The SouthIndian4Me  PAKORA PRE-MIX is perfect to make Besan Chillas or Gram flour pancakes that are

 Vegan

 Gluten free

 Nut-free

 Lactose-free

 Super healthy

 Super duper tasty!

Here's the recipe.

Pakora pre-mix is available to purchase from me in BL0 9QS, at The Potato Man in Helmshore and Waterfoot Yard 

 BESAN CHILLAS RECIPE

( Savoury Gram flour pancakes. Gluten free)

SouthIndian4Me Onion Pakora Pre-mix packet 200 g makes 6 - 8 chillas

Water – about 250–300 ml (as needed for a smooth batter)

Oil

OPTIONAL TOPPINGS

Onion – 1 small, finely chopped

Tomato – 1 small, finely chopped

Green chilies finely chopped (as per taste)

Fresh coriander leaves

 INSTRUCTIONS

In a mixing bowl, sieve the contents of the pakora Pre-mix and add the spuces left in sieve back into bowl.

Gradually add water while whisking to avoid lumps. The batter should be smooth and of pouring consistency (like pancake batter).

2. Check and adjust salt to taste. Now is the time to add additional red chilli powder or chopped green chillies.

Stir well. Let it rest for 5–10 minutes.

3. Cook the Chilla

Heat a non-stick tawa or skillet on medium flame.

Lightly grease it with oil.

Pour a ladleful of batter and spread it gently into a thin circle.

Drizzle a few drops of oil around the edges.

4. Flip and Cook

Cook on medium flame until golden spots appear (about 2–3 minutes).

Flip and cook the other side until crisp and cooked through.

5. Serve Hot

Serve immediately with green chutney.

If you make this, I want to see the photos!!