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
– ½ teaspoon rock salt (sendha namak, for fasting)
– ½ 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!