How to make Suji Cheela


🌿 Suji Cheela Recipe (Savory Semolina Pancake)

🕒 Prep Time: 10 mins

🍳 Cook Time: 15 mins

🍽️ Serves: 2–3


🧾 Ingredients:

  • 1 cup Suji (Semolina / Rava)
  • ½ cup Curd (Yogurt) – fresh, not too sour
  • ½ cup Water (adjust as needed)
  • 1 small Onion – finely chopped
  • 1 small Tomato – finely chopped
  • 1 small Capsicum – finely chopped (optional)
  • 1–2 Green chilies – finely chopped
  • 1–2 tbsp Coriander leaves – chopped
  • ¼ tsp Turmeric powder
  • Salt – to taste
  • ½ tsp Cumin seeds
  • 1 tsp Ginger – grated (optional)
  • Oil or ghee – for cooking

🔪 Instructions:

1. Make the Batter:

  • In a mixing bowl, combine suji, curd, and water. Mix well to form a smooth, lump-free batter.
  • Let it rest for 10–15 minutes (suji will absorb water and thicken).
  • After resting, check consistency – it should be like dosa batter. Add a little more water if too thick.

2. Add Veggies & Spices:

  • Mix in chopped onion, tomato, capsicum, green chilies, coriander leaves, grated ginger, turmeric, cumin seeds, and salt.

3. Cook the Cheelas:

  • Heat a non-stick tawa or griddle. Grease with a few drops of oil.
  • Pour a ladleful of batter and spread gently into a medium-sized circle (like a pancake).
  • Drizzle a few drops of oil or ghee around the edges.
  • Cook on medium heat until the bottom turns golden brown (about 2–3 minutes).
  • Flip and cook the other side until lightly crisp.

4. Serve Hot:

  • Serve suji cheelas hot with green chutney, tomato ketchup, or curd.

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