Mini chila chaat

 Chilas are gram flour pancakes which originated in Rajasthan , these are sold in chaat shops. This recipe is of mini pancakes tossed in a blend of delectable chutneys.

 This chaat is easy to make within 15 minutes when all the ingredients are ready.

 As gram flour is rich in protein , it is suitable for young childrens too.

Requirements :

For chilas :

Bengal gram flour ( Besan flour ) – 1 cup

Asafetida – a pinch

Chilli powder – 1 tsp

Salt as required

For Tempering :

Oil – 1 tbs

Onion – 3 tbs

Sweet chutney – 4 tbs

Green chutney – 4 tbs

For serving :

Coriander leaves

Pomegranate 

chopped Tomato

Method :

Making of chilas :

 Mix the gram flour , asafetida , chilli powder and salt along with enough water  to make a thin batter of dosa batter consistency.

Put about ½ tsp of the batter on a heated griddle and cook with a little oil to make small chilas of about 12 mm ( ½’’) diameter.

Cook each chila on both sides until golden brown.

The above mentioned measurement makes about 50 chilas.

Tempering :

 Heat oil , add the onion and sauté well.

Add the cooked chilas , chutney  , salt and toss for five minutes.

Serving :

Add the tossed chilas to serving plate and sprinkle Chopped tomato , Pomegranate and coriander leaves and serve.