Navratri Special Recipe For Kuttu ka Cheela

Kuttu ka Cheela is a traditional Indian pancake made from buckwheat flour (kuttu atta), commonly consumed during Navratri fasting periods. Let's dive into this simple and nutritious Kuttu ka Cheela recipe:

Ingredients:

- 1 cup Kuttu flour (buckwheat flour)

- 1 medium-sized potato, boiled and mashed

- 1 green chili, finely chopped

- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds

- teaspoon rock salt (sendha namak, for fasting)

- cup water (adjust consistency)

- Ghee or vegetable oil, for cooking

- Fresh coriander leaves, chopped, for garnish

Instructions:

Step 1. Prepare the Batter:

- In a mixing bowl, combine Kuttu flour, mashed potato, chopped green chili, cumin seeds, and rock salt.

- Gradually add water .

Step 2. Cook the Cheela:

- Heat a non-stick tawa. Brush it lightly with ghee or oil.

- Pour a ladleful of the prepared batter onto the center of the skillet.

- Using the back of the ladle, spread the batter in a circular motion to form a thin round pancake (cheela).

- Drizzle a little ghee or oil around the edges of the cheela.

- Cook the cheela for 2-3 minutes on one side until golden brown and crispy.

- Flip the cheela and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the other side until cooked through and crispy.

Step 3. Serve:

- Garnish the Kuttu ka Cheela with freshly chopped coriander leaves.

- Serve hot with Navratri-special yogurt dip (made with yogurt, rock salt, and roasted cumin powder) or any other fasting-friendly chutney of your choice.

Enjoy the delightful Kuttu ka Cheela, a perfect addition to your Navratri fasting menu!