This Oats Chilla recipe blends health and flavor beautifully, using oats and gram flour for a nutritious base, with a spiced paneer stuffing that adds a creamy, rich texture. Perfect for a healthy breakfast or a light meal!

 

Ingredients

For the Oats Chilla Batter:

Plain oats: 1 cup

Water: 1 cup (for soaking oats)

Gram flour (Besan): 1 cup

Salt: To taste

Onion: 1, chopped

Green chili: 1, chopped

Ginger: 1 tsp, chopped

Ajwain (Carom seeds): ½ tsp

Roasted cumin: 1 tsp

Black salt: 1 tsp

Dry mango powder (Amchur): 1 tsp

Black pepper powder: 1 tsp

Kasuri methi powder (Dried fenugreek leaves): 1 tsp

Turmeric powder: 1 tsp

Red chili powder: 1 tsp

Coriander: A handful, chopped

Water: As needed (for batter consistency)

Oil or desi ghee: For cooking

 

For the Paneer Stuffing:

Paneer (Cottage cheese): 200 grams, crumbled

Salt: To taste

Coriander: A handful, chopped

Onion: 1, chopped

Green chili: 1, chopped

Ginger: 1 tsp, finely chopped

Chili powder: 1 tsp

Cumin seeds: 1 tsp

 

Method

Step 1: Prepare the Oats Chilla Batter

 

1. In a bowl, mix together oats, water, besan, and salt.
2. Transfer the mixture to a grinder or mixer and grind it into a paste. You can choose to make the batter smooth or leave it a bit coarse, depending on your preference.
3. Pour the batter into a bowl and add chopped onion, green chili, ginger, ajwain, cumin, black salt, amchur, black pepper powder, kasuri methi, turmeric, red chili powder, and chopped coriander.
4. Stir well to combine. If the batter is too thick, add a little water to achieve a thick but pourable consistency.
5. Set the batter aside for a few minutes while you prepare the stuffing.

Step 2: Prepare the Paneer Stuffing

1. In a bowl, mash the paneer with your hands until it’s crumbly.
2. Add salt, chopped coriander, ginger, onion, green chili, chili powder, and cumin seeds to the paneer.
3. Mix everything together well to create a flavorful filling for the chilla.

Step 3: Cook the Oats Chilla

1. Heat a non-stick pan or tawa and lightly grease it with oil or ghee.
2. Pour a ladle of the oats batter onto the pan and spread it evenly in a circular shape like a pancake.
3. Cook the chilla on medium heat for 2-3 minutes until the edges turn golden and bubbles form on the surface.
4. Flip the chilla and cook the other side until golden and cooked through.

Step 4: Add the Paneer Stuffing

1. Once the chilla is cooked, spoon a portion of the paneer stuffing onto one side of the chilla.
2. Fold the chilla over to cover the stuffing, pressing gently.
3. Repeat the process with the remaining batter and stuffing.

Serve:

Serve the Oats Chilla with Paneer Stuffing hot with a side of chutney or yogurt for a complete meal.

Homely Tip:

You can add a handful of grated vegetables like carrots or spinach to the batter for added nutrition and flavor. These chillas are a perfect lunchbox option for kids or adults looking for a wholesome snack!

Nutritional Value (Per Chilla with Paneer Stuffing):

Calories: ~200

Protein: ~9g

Carbohydrates: ~20g

Fiber: ~4g

Fat: ~8g