RCI-BR.008.0191.001
Sooji Chila
Semolina pancakes
Prep15 min
Cook30 min
Total45 min
Servings4
Difficultyintermediate
Ingredients
- sooji (semolina)1 cup
- 1 unit
- a pinch of red chili powder1 unit
- – 2 chopped green chillies1 unit
- 1 tbsp
- 1 unit
Method
1
Combine sooji, salt, red chili powder, green chillies, and chopped onion in a mixing bowl.
2
Add water gradually to the sooji mixture while stirring continuously until a smooth, thick batter forms with a consistency similar to pancake batter (approximately 3/4 to 1 cup water).
3
Let the batter rest for 5 minutes to allow the sooji to absorb the moisture.
5 minutes
4
Heat oil in a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
5
Pour a ladleful of batter onto the hot griddle and spread it gently into a thin, even circular shape using the back of the ladle or a spatula.
6
Cook the chila for 2-3 minutes until the bottom becomes golden brown and crispy.
3 minutes
7
Flip the chila carefully and cook the other side for 1-2 minutes until it achieves an even golden color.
2 minutes
8
Transfer the cooked chila to a plate and repeat with remaining batter, adding oil to the griddle as needed between batches.
9
Serve the sooji chila hot with coconut chutney, tomato chutney, or yogurt on the side.