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RAGI BESAN CHEELA (MULTIGRAIN SAVOURY PANCAKE)

RAGI BESAN CHEELA

Nutrient Information for 2 cheelas

Energy (Kcal)

Protein (g)

Carbohydrate (g)

Total Fats (g)

269

8.4

42.7

6.4

11 cheelas
20 minutes
  • If you are prescribed 1200 kcal, 1400 kcal, 1600 kcal, 1800 kcal, you can consume: 2 cheelas
  • If you are prescribed 2000 kcal, you can consume: 3 cheelas
  • 3/4 cup finger millet (ragi)
  • 3/4 cup Bengal gram dal, roasted and ground (besan)
  • 2 medium tomatoes, finely chopped
  • 1 large green capsicum, finely chopped
  • 2 small carrots, finely chopped
  • 3/4 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 4 tsp groundnut oil
  • For batter preparation, use water, thin to medium consistency

Dry Spices

  • 1/2 tsp carom seeds (ajwain)
  • 2 whole green chillies, finely chopped (optional)
  • Use minimal amount of salt
  • 2 sprigs coriander leaves, finely chopped for garnish
  1. Wash the vegetables thoroughly. Finely chop them and set aside.
  2. Mix the ragi atta, besan, and salt in a bowl. Dry whisk to combine thoroughly.
  3. Add the chopped vegetables, ajwain, green chillies, and water. Mix well into a thin to medium-consistency batter. Let it rest for 10-15 minutes.
  4. Heat a tawa (griddle) and brush it with 2-3 drops of oil. 
  5. Pour one ladleful of batter onto the tawa (griddle) and spread it in a circle.
  6. Sprinkle coriander leaves on top and cook well on both sides until brown. 
  7. Serve hot with chutney.

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