Savory Millet Chillas with Saag (Indian Pancakes)
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About Savory Millet Chillas with Saag (Indian Pancakes)
Craving a healthy and flavorful twist on classic pancakes? These savory Millet Chillas, also known as Indian pancakes, are packed with nutritious millets and fresh saag (greens), offering a delightful crispy-on-the-outside, soft-on-the-inside texture.Enjoy them for breakfast, brunch, or a light yet satisfying meal any time of day. This recipe is bursting with the earthy goodness of millets and the vibrant freshness of greens, creating a truly unique culinary experience.Easily adaptable to different types of millets and greens, these versatile chillas are a must-try for any food enthusiast looking to expand their repertoire.
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Recipe Time & More
Prep10 minutes
Cook20 minutes
Total30 minutes
Ingredients
Saag Mixture
Chilla Batter
- 1 cup Gram Flour besan
- 1 tbsp Ragi Flour
- 1 tbsp Jowar Flour
- 1 tbsp Bajra Flour
- 1 tbsp Sattu Flour
- 1 tbsp Corn Flour
- Oil or ghee, for cooking chillas
Instructions
- In a pan, heat oil and sauté minced garlic, green chilies, and whole red chili until fragrant.
- Add the chopped saag (greens) and turmeric powder. Cook until the saag wilts and softens. Season with salt to taste. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the gram flour, ragi flour, jowar flour, bajra flour, sattu flour, and corn flour.
- Add the cooked saag mixture to the dry ingredients. Gradually add water, whisking constantly to form a smooth batter. The batter should be pourable but not too thin.
- Heat a lightly oiled griddle or tawa over medium heat. Pour a ladleful of batter onto the hot griddle, spreading it into a thin circle.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Flip when bubbles start to appear on the surface. This ensures a light and crispy chilla.
- Serve the Millet Chillas hot with your favorite chutney or yogurt.
Recipe Notes
Good To Know
- Millets are ancient grains with various health benefits. Ragi is rich in calcium and iron. Jowar is high in fiber and protein. Bajra contains magnesium and potassium. Sattu provides plant-based protein. Makka offers antioxidants.
- Saag (leafy greens) is rich in iron, vitamin A, and fiber. Using a mix of saag varieties enhances flavor and nutrition.
Expert Tips
- For extra crispy chillas, use a well-seasoned cast iron skillet or griddle.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking. Make smaller chillas for even cooking and easier flipping.
- Adjust the batter consistency by adding more water or flour as needed. It should be pourable but not too thin.
Storage Instructions
- Store leftover chillas in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Reheat on a skillet over medium heat until warmed through, maintaining the crispiness.
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 326kcalCarbohydrates: 53gProtein: 17gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 49mgPotassium: 655mgFiber: 8gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 730IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 4mg
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This is so inspiring! Can’t wait to cook it.
This is so tempting! Can’t wait to cook it.
Looks so good! Can’t wait to try it.