Besan Chilla with Spiced Vegetables

Method

1. 01

   Whisk besan with water until you have a smooth, lump-free batter the consistency of a thin pancake batter.

2. 02

   Stir in onion, chilli, coriander, turmeric, chilli powder, ajwain, and salt.

3. 03

   Heat a tawa over medium-high heat. Brush lightly with mustard oil.

4. 04

   Pour a ladleful of batter and spread to a thin round (like a dosa). Cook 2–3 minutes until the edges lift and the surface looks dry.

5. 05

   Drizzle a few drops of oil around the edges, flip, and cook 1 more minute.

6. 06

   Serve hot with green chutney and a wedge of lime.