Besan Cheela Recipe (Indian Chickpea Pancakes)

Besan Cheela Recipe (Indian Chickpea Pancakes)

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Spiced with cumin and fresh turmeric, these crisp-edged Indian pancakes are perfect for savory breakfast lovers.

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Ingredients

  • 1¼ cups (150 g) fine chickpea flour (gram flour)
  • ½ cup finely chopped cilantro
  • 1 tsp. crushed red chile flakes
  • 1 tsp. ground cumin
  • 1 tsp. cumin seeds
  • 1 tsp. kosher salt
  • 1 small Indian green chile, finely chopped (optional)
  • 1 small white onion, finely chopped
  • One 1½-in. piece fresh turmeric, peeled and finely grated
  • ⅓ cup coconut milk
  • Vegetable oil
  • Chutney and pickles, for serving

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