Chickpea Flour Chilla: Plant-Based Vegetable Indian Omelette/Pancake

Chickpea flour, or besan chilla, is my favorite breakfast. I love adding different vegetables to this simple yet healthy recipe. This protein-rich breakfast is a quick fix on busy mornings and offers endless creative possibilities. You can make this with chickpea flour or any flour of your choice, but I love the nutty taste of besan. Adding chopped onions, tomatoes, and other vegetables gives it an egg omelette vibe. It tastes amazing with toasted bread.

Ingredients (Serves 2):

• 1/2 cup chickpea flour

• 1 tsp red chili powder

• 1 tsp turmeric powder

• 1 tsp carom seeds (ajwain)

• Salt to taste

• Handful of cilantro, chopped

• 1/2 onion, chopped

• 1/2 tomato, chopped

• Handful of spinach, chopped

• 1/2 bell pepper, chopped

• 1/2 carrot, grated

Instructions:

1. Mix all the vegetables with the chickpea flour in a bowl.

2. Add water gradually to make a batter that is not too thin or too thick.

3. Heat 1 tsp of oil in a pan.

4. Pour the batter onto the pan using a spoon, spreading it out evenly.

5. Cook until the edges start to lift and the bottom is golden brown, then flip and cook the other side.

Enjoy this versatile and nutritious breakfast, perfect for any busy morning!