Besan Bhurji
Besan Bhurji is a savory Indian dish made with gram flour (besan) and a variety of vegetables and spices. This version includes onions, tomatoes, bell peppers, and green peas, adding both flavor and nutrition to the dish. It is a quick and easy recipe that can be enjoyed as a side dish or a main course with roti or rice. This vegetarian, gluten-free dish is rich in protein and fiber, making it a wholesome and satisfying meal option.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
140 kcal
Protein
7 g
Carbs
21 g
Fat
3 g
Fiber
5 g
Ingredients
Besan (chickpea flour)
1 small cup (100g)
Chopped Onion
0.5 small cup (50g)
Chopped Tomato
0.5 medium cup (75g)
Green Peas
0.25 small cup (25g)
Green Bell pepper
0.5 cup, chopped (100g)
Chopped Green Chilli
1 tsp (2g)
Turmeric powder
0.25 tsp (1.25g)
Red chilli Powder
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Cumin seeds
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Common salt
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Olive Oil
1 tsp (5g)
Fresh Coriander Leaves (chopped)
1 tbsp (5g)
Plain Water
1 small cup (200g)
Carrot
0.25 cup, chopped (50g)
Instructions
Cooking Steps
Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds.
Add chopped onions, green chili, and sauté until onions turn translucent.
Add bell peppers and green peas, and cook for a few minutes until they soften slightly.
Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften.
Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
Add besan and water in a separate bowl stir continuously to avoid lumps, form smooth batter.
Add besan batter to the vegetable pan and cook until besan is cooked and the mixture comes together.
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.
Community Reviews & Results
Tanvi Dev Agarwal
"Tried making this last night, and Besan Bhurji turned out absolute perfection! The ingredient ratio is spot on, giving it a rich and authentic taste. A must-try dish on your wellness journey."
Priti Prakash Chauhan
"Tried this earlier today, and this version of Besan Bhurji is so much better than restaurant style. It kept me full for hours without causing any heaviness or acidity. Will definitely keep this in my regular rotation."
Tarun Bhatia
"Prepped this during a busy workday, and this Besan Bhurji recipe exceeded all my expectations. It kept me full for hours without causing any heaviness or acidity. Super satisfied with the overall taste and nutritional value."
Rohan Saran Deshmukh
"Including this in my weekly meal plan, and it was light on digestion while being super quick to cook. It has just the right amount of seasoning to keep things light yet tasty. Giving this five stars for ease of prep and fantastic taste!"