Ingredients
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1 bunch Finely chopped Spinach (Palak)
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1 Finely chopped small Onion
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Some finely chopped Carrot
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1 Finely chopped small Ginger Knob
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Finely chopped Green Chillies (as per taste)
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2 tsp Cumin Seeds (Jeera)
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2 tsp White Sesame Seeds (Safed Til)
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Some dry spices : Turmeric Powder (Haldi), Coriander (Dhaniya) Powder & Red Chilli Powder
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Salt as per taste
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2 tbsp Kasuri Methi (optional or alternatively fresh Methi can be used)
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1/2 cup Pearl Millet Flour (Bajre ka atta)
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1/4 cup Gram Flour (Besan for binding)
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Approx 3 tbs Water
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Few drops of Oil (for frying)
About
Palak bajra chilla is a nutritious Indian pancake or crepe made with spinach (palak) and pearl millet (bajra) as primary ingredients. The recipe involves making a batter by blending spinach leaves with bajra (millet) flour and other ingredients, then cooking it like a pancake.
Being low in calories and high in fiber, this dish can aid in weight management and satiety.
Steps
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In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped spinach, onion, carrot, ginger, green chilies, cumin seeds, sesame seeds, dry spices (like turmeric, coriander, red chili powder), salt, and kasuri methi. Mix them well. |
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Add pearl millet flour (bajra atta) and gram flour gradually to the vegetable mixture. Mix thoroughly. |
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Gradually add water to attain a thick batter consistency. Ensure it's well-mixed to avoid lumps. |
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Heat a non-stick pan and lightly grease it with oil using a paper towel. |
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Pour a portion of the batter onto the pan to make small-sized chillas. |
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Drizzle a little oil on top of the chilla. |
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Once the chilla dries from the top, flip it and cook until both sides are golden-brown. |
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Continue making more chillas with the remaining batter following the same procedure. |
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Serve the Palak Bajra Chillas with curd, chutney, or ketchup for a delicious and nutritious meal. |
