Name: Savory Oats Chilas: A Healthy and Delicious Breakfast for Kids
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 1 cup Oats; 1 pinch Pepper (black); 1 ½ tsp Salt (or to taste); ½ cup Onion (finely chopped); ½ cup Buttermilk (or low-fat milk/yogurt); 1 tsp Vegetable Oil

Savory Oats Chilas: A Healthy and Delicious Breakfast for Kids

25 minutes

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Breakfast Indian

About Savory Oats Chilas: A Healthy and Delicious Breakfast for Kids

Imagine waking up to the irresistible aroma of crispy, golden pancakes with a savory twist. These Oats Chilas, inspired by traditional Indian flavors, are a light yet satisfying breakfast or snack that everyone will adore.

Packed with wholesome oats and subtly spiced, these savory delights are incredibly easy to whip up. This recipe transforms ordinary oats into a culinary adventure, perfect for both kids and adults.

Enjoy these flavorful chilas plain or elevate them with your favorite chutney or a dollop of cool yogurt for a truly wholesome and unforgettable meal. They're sure to become a new family favorite!

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Recipe Time & More

Prep10

Cook15

Total25

Calories925 kcal

Serves

Served AsBreakfast Brunch Dinner Lunch Snacks

Recipe TasteSalty Spicy

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

▢ 1 cup Oats
▢ 1 pinch Pepper black
▢ 1 ½ tsp Salt or to taste

Wet Ingredients

▢ ½ cup Onion finely chopped
▢ ½ cup Buttermilk or low-fat milk/yogurt

For Cooking

▢ 1 tsp Vegetable Oil

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Instructions

Dry roast the oats in a wok or large skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes. This enhances their nutty flavor and aroma.
Transfer the toasted oats to a blender or food processor. Add the buttermilk, salt, and black pepper.
Blend until the mixture is completely smooth. Let it rest for a few minutes to allow the oats to absorb the liquid.
Heat ½ teaspoon of oil in a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
Pour a ladleful of batter onto the hot skillet and spread it into a thin circle.
Cover the skillet and cook for about 3-5 minutes, or until the edges start to lift and the bottom is golden brown.
Drizzle the remaining ½ teaspoon of oil around the edges of the chila. Flip it carefully and cook for another 2-3 minutes, until the other side is also golden brown and crispy.
Serve the oats chilas hot. They're delicious on their own or with your favorite chutney or a dollop of yogurt.

Recipe Notes

Good To Know

For extra nutrition and color, finely grate carrots, beetroot, or zucchini into the batter. These blend well and are usually accepted by kids.
For a vegan version, swap buttermilk with unsweetened plant-based yogurt thinned with a little water or with plain water and a squeeze of lemon for tanginess.
For crispier chila edges, let the batter rest for 10 minutes before cooking and cook on medium-high heat, brushing a little oil around the sides just as the surface starts to set.

Expert Tips

Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the chila. Give them enough space to spread and crisp up evenly.
Get creative with the toppings! Try adding fresh herbs, a dollop of yogurt, or a sprinkle of spices after cooking.
For savory chila, consider adding finely chopped onions, green chilies, or grated ginger to the batter.