Tasty and Healthy Besan Chilla for Weight Loss

 Besan chilla, or gram flour pancake, is a stated Indian breakfast and snack which tastes great and is also really nutritious. Besan chilla is high in protein and fibre with some vitamins and has gained popularity among athletes or health-conscious consumers. The most common question about besan chilla is its calorie count.

Besan Chilla Calories

Besan chilla is a savory pancake made from besan (gram flour), water and a variety of spices. You will typically find chopped onions, tomatoes, green chilies,coriander leaves, even grated carrots or spinach in the batter, to add flavor and nutrition. Besan chilla is splashed onto a non-stick pan with a little oil to complete an easy, light and satisfying offering any time of day. In this article other than discussing besan chilla calories, we will also mention its health benefits and cooking method.

Breakdown of  Besan Chilla Calories

In case you are monitoring your caloric intake, knowing how many calories are in a food item is crucial. Generally, one medium-sized besan chilla (about 100 grams) made with minimum oil has approximately 130 to 150 calories. The breakdown of calories is as follows:

• Besan (gram flour) – 1/2 cup (around 60 grams): 220 calories
• Onion, Tomato, and other Vegetables (1/4 cup all combined): 15-20 calories
• Your spices (turmeric, chili powder, etc.): negligible
• Oil used for cooking (1 teaspoon): 40-45 calories

Therefore, when considered in terms of 2-3 medium sized chillas, the overall calories that accused 130-150 calories belong to each chilla depending on the amount of oil used the vegetables added, or when given almost no oil or possibly made in a non-stick and or air fryer the calories can be greatly reduced.