Protein-Packed Soyabean Mini Chilla Bites

Calories

170 kcal

Instructions:

1. Make the batter:
Blend soaked soyabeans and chana dal with ginger, garlic, green chili, and a little water to a smooth thick batter.

2. Add veggies and spices:
Mix in onion, carrot, capsicum, coriander, and all spices. Adjust consistency to a thick pancake batter.

3. Cook the bites:
Heat a non-stick pan or mini appe pan. Add a few drops of oil. Pour a spoonful of batter to make mini round chillas. Cook on medium flame until golden on both sides.

4. Serve hot:
With mint chutney or curd dip. You can also pack them for school tiffins or travel snacks!

Health Benefits:

Soyabeans are a complete protein source—great for vegetarians.

Chana dal adds extra fiber and helps manage blood sugar.

Vegetables bring essential vitamins and antioxidants.

No maida, no frying, and gluten-free!

Ingredients

(Makes 10–12 mini bites):
1/2 cup soyabeans (soaked overnight or for 6–8 hours)
1/4 cup chana dal (soaked 2–3 hours)
1–2 garlic cloves
1/2 inch ginger
1 small green chili (optional)
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup grated carrot
2 tbsp chopped capsicum
2 tbsp chopped coriander
1/4 tsp turmeric
1/2 tsp cumin seeds
Salt to taste
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp rice flour or besan (for binding if needed)
Oil/ghee for cooking