Is Besan Bathua Chilla suitable for vegetarians?

Yes, it is a vegetarian dish made from gram flour and leafy greens without any meat or eggs.

What is Besan Bathua Chilla commonly eaten with?

It is often served with green chutney, yogurt, or pickles as accompaniments.

How should I store Besan Bathua Chilla?

It is best consumed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 1-2 days and reheated before eating.

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Besan bathua chilla/cheelaM

Also known as: BESAN BAHTHUA CHEELA

A savory Indian pancake made from gram flour and bathua leaves, lightly pan-fried and spiced.

VegetarianMedium GINOVA 3· Processed

374

kcal

11.5

Protein

40.6

Serving Size= 100g

Nutrition per 100g

Protein11g(12%)

Carbs41g(43%)

Fat19g(45%)

Fiber8g

Rich in% daily value

Vitamin K74%Manganese60%Selenium48%Folate (B9)37%Thiamine (B1)27%

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Nutrient Breakdown

% DV = % Daily Value (adult RDA, ICMR 2020). Values per 100g edible portion.

Common questions about Besan bathua chilla/cheela

One medium chilla (~70g) contains approximately 133 kcal.

About Besan bathua chilla/cheela

Besan Bathua Chilla is a popular North Indian savory pancake made using besan (gram flour) and fresh bathua (chenopodium) leaves. It is seasoned with spices and often consumed as a breakfast or snack dish. This chilla is cooked on a griddle with a small amount of oil, giving it a tender texture and rich flavor.

This dish provides significant amounts of vitamin K, manganese, selenium, folate (vitamin B9), and dietary fiber, making it a nutritionally interesting snack. It is vegetarian and generally low in calories, with moderate protein and fiber content from the besan and bathua combination.