Kala Chana Flour Cheela
Kala Chana Flour Cheela also called Sattu Cheela is a popular Indian breakfast dish made with sattu flour (gram flour). It is a low-carb, gluten-free, and protein-rich dish, making it an excellent option for weight loss. This recipe uses very little oil, making it a healthier version of the traditional recipe. However, people with chickpea allergy should avoid this dish.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
123 kcal
Protein
7 g
Carbs
18 g
Fat
2 g
Fiber
3 g
Ingredients
Turmeric powder
0.25 tsp (0.75g)
Kala Chana Flour
1 small cup (100g)
Cumin Powder
0.5 tsp (1.5g)
Plain Water
1 small cup (150g)
Chopped Onion
1 small cup (80g)
Chopped Tomato
1 small cup (60g)
Olive Oil
1 tsp (5g)
Chopped Green Chilli
1 tsp (5g)
Coriander Powder
0.5 tsp (1g)
Common Salt
0.5 tsp (3g)
Fresh Coriander Leaves (chopped)
1 tsp (5g)
Instructions
Cooking Steps
In a mixing bowl, combine kala chana flour, cumin powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Mix well.
Add water gradually to the bowl and whisk until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
Add chopped onions, tomatoes, and green chili to the batter and mix well.
Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Add a few drops of oil and spread it evenly on the pan.
Pour little batter onto the pan and spread it evenly into a thin circle using a ladle.
Cook for 1-2 minutes until the bottom turns golden brown. Flip and cook the other side until it turns golden brown as well.
Repeat the process with the remaining batter.
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.
Community Reviews & Results
Abhishek Mishra
"Making this regularly for dinner, and this health-focused Kala Chana Flour Cheela blew me away with its authentic flavor. The texture was amazingly soft, aromatic, and very satisfying. Super satisfied with the overall taste and nutritional value."
Priti Bhatia
"Cooked this 3 days ago, and it matched my strict calorie targets effortlessly. It has just the right amount of seasoning to keep things light yet tasty. Super satisfied with the overall taste and nutritional value."
Suresh Lata Reddy
"Made this for lunch on Tuesday, and this version of Kala Chana Flour Cheela is so much better than restaurant style. It requires minimal preparation time, which is ideal for a fast-paced routine. Will be making this again very soon."
Nandini Kumar Patel
"Prepped this over the weekend, and it was light on digestion while being super quick to cook. The ingredient ratio is spot on, giving it a rich and authentic taste. Giving this five stars for ease of prep and fantastic taste! (Ref #938)"