Ready in

35 mins

Cuisine

Indian · North Indian

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

20 min

Serving

3-4 People

Difficulty

Easy

Calories / Serving

~350 kcal

Spicy Level

Adjust Servings
Measurements
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Main Ingredients

Step-by-Step Instructions

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  1. Prepare Vegetables

    Wash and finely chop or grate all the vegetables: 1 green bell pepper, 1 onion, 2 carrots, 1 small head of cauliflower, and 3 medium potatoes.

  2. Combine Chopped Vegetables

    In a large plate, combine the finely chopped bell pepper, onion, grated carrots, and grated cauliflower.

  3. Prepare Batter Base

    In a separate mixing bowl, add 1 cup of semolina (suji) and salt to taste.

  4. Add Vegetables to Batter

    Add the mixed chopped vegetables to the semolina in the bowl.

  5. Add Spices

    Add 1 teaspoon of garam masala powder and 1 teaspoon of red chili powder to the mixture.

  6. Add Flavor Enhancer (Optional)

    If desired, add 1 teaspoon of Piri Piri Cheese Mix for extra flavor.

  7. Mix and Adjust Consistency

    Gradually add water to the mixture while stirring continuously to form a smooth batter. Add more salt if needed.

  8. Add Ginger Garlic Paste

    Add 2 teaspoons of ginger garlic paste to the batter and mix well until fully incorporated.

  9. Heat Tawa

    Heat a tawa (griddle) on medium flame. Once hot, spread about 1 teaspoon of refined oil evenly over the surface.

  10. Cook Cheela

    Pour a ladleful of the prepared batter onto the hot tawa and gently spread it into a round shape. Drizzle a little more oil around the edges.

  11. Flip and Cook

    Cook until the edges turn golden brown and the base is firm. Then, carefully flip the cheela using a spatula and cook the other side until golden brown and crispy. Press gently with the spatula for even cooking.

  12. Serve

    Once cooked from both sides, remove the cheela from the tawa and serve hot with ketchup or your favorite chutney.

Before You Cook

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Ingredient SubstitutionsMissing something? View suitable alternatives.
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  • No Onion?

    • 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
    • 3 tbsp dried minced onion
    • Shallots or leeks (1:1)
  • No Garam masala?

    • 1 tsp cumin + 1/2 tsp coriander + 1/4 tsp cinnamon + 1/4 tsp cardamom
  • No Garlic (fresh)?

    • 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
    • 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
AllergensThis recipe contains gluten.
gluten

Variations

Simple ways to adapt this recipe.

  • Add grated paneer for extra proteinCustomise
  • Include green chilies for more spice

Helpful Tips

Small details that can improve the final result.

  • Flavour tipAdjust Spices According to Your Taste
  • Cooking tipAdd Water Gradually to Achieve

    Add water gradually to achieve the right batter consistency.

  • TipYou Can Use Any Vegetables of Your Choice
  • TipServe Hot with Ketchup or Chutney
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