Delicious Stuffed Oats Chilla Recipe for a Nutritious Breakfast
A Healthy Twist on Breakfast
If you often enjoy *besan* (gram flour) or *moong dal* (split green gram) *chilla* for breakfast, it's time to try a new variation: the stuffed oats *chilla*. This dish is not only rich in fiber and protein but also provides sustained energy throughout the day. Additionally, its nutrient-dense profile supports digestive health, making it easy to digest.
Stuffed Oats Chilla Recipe
**Ingredients**
1 cup oats
2 tablespoons *besan* (gram flour) or rice flour
1-2 finely chopped green chilies
1 tablespoon oil
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (optional)
1 pinch asafoetida (*hing*)
1 tablespoon finely chopped coriander leaves
Salt to taste
**Stuffing Ingredients**
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
2 tablespoons *paneer* (cut into small pieces)
1/2 cup boiled green peas
1/2 boiled potato
1 teaspoon finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon tomato
1 teaspoon boiled beans
1 pinch asafoetida (*hing*)
1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
1/2 teaspoon *chaat masala* or *garam masala*
Salt to taste
Preparation Method
**Method**
To create the stuffed oats *chilla*, start by preparing the stuffing. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a pan and add the cumin seeds to roast them. Then, incorporate the onion and tomato along with a pinch of asafoetida, turmeric, red chili powder, and salt; sauté for about a minute. Mix in the boiled green peas, chopped paneer, boiled potato, and boiled beans thoroughly. Once done, transfer the mixture to a bowl and let it cool.
In a separate large bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of gram flour (besan) or rice flour. Grind the oats in a mixer until they are finely powdered and add them to the flour mixture. Include a pinch of asafoetida, red chili powder, and chaat masala or garam masala. Add the vegetable stuffing to this mixture and blend everything well. Finally, season with salt and add water to create a thick batter.
Lightly grease a non-stick pan with oil, pour the batter onto it, and shape it into a round chilla. Cook on both sides until golden brown. Your delicious stuffed oats chilla is now ready to be served for breakfast, ideally paired with green chutney or sauce.