Pudla Besan Chickpea Pancake Recipe

Experience the vibrant flavors of Uganda with this delicious vegan Pudla recipe! Inspired by Yasmin Alibhai-Brown's "The Settlers Cookbook," these savory chickpea pancakes are incredibly easy to make and perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner. Enjoy them with yogurt, pickles, or chutneys. A taste of history and deliciousness in every bite! #veganrecipes #chickpeapancakes #indianfood #ugandanfood #veganbreakfast #thesettlerscookbook #yasminalibhaibrown

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 446 kcal
Protein 51g
Rating 4.5 (6 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Pudla Besan Chickpea Pancake

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How to Make Pudla Besan Chickpea Pancake

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the besan (gram flour), salt, chili powder (if using), and turmeric powder (if using).
  2. Gradually add 1 cup of water, whisking constantly until a smooth batter forms. Add more water, a tablespoon at a time, until you reach a batter consistency slightly thinner than pancake batter.
  3. Let the batter rest for at least an hour. This allows the flour to fully hydrate, resulting in softer pancakes.
  4. Heat a lightly oiled flat griddle or frying pan over medium heat.
  5. Once hot, lightly grease the pan with a little oil using a paper towel or brush.
  6. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot griddle for each pancake. Immediately use a wooden spatula or spoon to spread the batter thinly into a roughly 6-inch circle.
  7. Cook for about 1-2 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Flip carefully when bubbles start to appear on the surface and the edges look set.
  8. Serve the Pudlas immediately with your choice of yogurt, pickles, or chutneys.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

50g

Fat

4g

Carbs

22g