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Pakistani Besan Chilla (Savory Chickpea Pancakes)

April 2, 2025

Pakistani Besan Chilla (Savory Chickpea Pancakes)

How to Make Pakistani Besan Chilla (Savory Chickpea Pancakes)

Looking to add more flavor to your morning meal? Try this traditional Pakistani breakfast that is loaded with flavorful spices. These pancakes are an excellent source of fiber and offer a serving of lean protein which may help keep blood glucose (blood sugar) levels steady.


5 min prep time


12 min cook time


4servings


1 pancake

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Step-By-Step Instructions:

  1. Mix chickpea flour, turmeric, chili powder, cumin, and salt in a bowl. Gradually whisk in water until the batter is smooth.

  2. Fold in onion, carrot, and cilantro.

  3. Heat a non-stick pan with 1/4 tsp oil over medium heat. Pour 1/4 cup of batter and spread into a thin pancake. Cook for 2–3 minutes on each side. Repeat with remaining batter.

  4. Serve hot with a side of low-fat Greek yogurt.

Fiber Focused
Indian
Vegetarian
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Breakfast and Brunch
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Nutrition facts

4 Servings



  • Serving Size

    1 pancake


  • Amount per serving



    Calories





    160

  • % Daily value*

  • Total Fat
    3g

    4%

    • Saturated Fat
      0g

      0%
    • Trans Fats
      0g

  • Cholesterol
    0mg

    0%

  • Sodium
    310mg

    13%

  • Total Carbohydrate
    25g

    9%

    • Dietary Fiber
      6g

      21%
    • Total Sugars
      3g
    • Added Sugars
      0g

      0%

  • Protein
    7g

  • Potassium
    469mg
    10%

Ingredients

chickpea flour (besan)
1 cup

turmeric
1/2 tsp

red chili powder
1/4 tsp

ground cumin
1/4 tsp

water
1 cup

onion (diced)
1/2 cup

carrots (grated)
1/2 cup

cilantro (chopped)
1/4 cup

salt
1/2 tsp

olive oil (divided)
1 tsp

Plain Nonfat Greek yogurt
1/4 cup