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Ajwain besan chilla
Ajwain and onion season savory chickpea-flour pancakes.
Images are AI-generated serving illustrations; actual portions and results may vary.
GET EVERYTHING READY
Everything you’ll need.
For 3 servings. Tap each ingredient as you get it ready.
Use the written amounts, not the portions shown in the illustrations. US volume and weight equivalents are approximate.
What equipment do I need?
Bowl; whisk; nonstick skillet.
The recipe at a glance.
See the sequence, then follow the full instructions below.
FOLLOW ALONG
4 simple steps.
One delicious result.
Illustrative preparation stage 1 Mix batter
No heat
Have readyBesan, water, ajwain, onion, turmeric, salt
- Whisk besan, water, ajwain, onion, turmeric and salt.
Illustrative preparation stage 2 Rest
Room temperature
Have readyNone
- Let batter stand.
SPICE MAGICAjwain Seeds WholeView this spice →Next: Cook first side ↓Illustrative preparation stage 3 Cook first side
Medium-low
Have readyBatter, oil
- Spread six equal portions in a lightly oiled skillet in batches.
Illustrative preparation stage 4 Turn
Medium-low
Have readyNone
- Flip each chilla and cook until center is set.
AT THE TABLE
A few good things alongside.
Plain yogurt
Tomato salad
Green salad
AI-generated serving suggestions. Side dishes are separate from the recipe quantities.
A few things worth knowing.
Recipe development status
Untested original draft; kitchen review is required before publication.
Resting and serving
Makes six small chillas, two per serving.
Kitchen tip 3
Do not taste raw batter or dough; flour and eggs need proper cooking.
FROM YOUR SPICE SHELF