Quick and Healthy Kuttu ka Chilla Recipe.

"A flavorful way to break your fast with our Kuttu ka Chilla."

Kuttu ka chilla is a savory pancake made with buckwheat flour, which is a gluten-free ingredient commonly used during the Hindu fasting period. It is a popular dish in North India and is usually served during the Navratri festival.

Kuttu, also known as buckwheat, is a popular ingredient used during the Hindu fasting period. There are several reasons why kuttu is commonly consumed during fasting:

• Gluten-Free:- Kuttu is naturally gluten-free, making it an ideal choice for people who are allergic to gluten or have celiac disease.
• High Nutritional Value:- Kuttu is a good source of fiber, protein, and essential nutrients such as magnesium, potassium, and iron. It is also low in fat and calories, making it a healthy option during fasting.
• Easy To Digest:- Kuttu is easy to digest, making it an ideal food during fasting when the digestive system is under stress.
• Satiating:- Kuttu is a filling food that helps to keep you full for longer periods, making it an ideal choice during fasting when you may not be eating as frequently.
• Religious Significance:- In Hinduism, kuttu is considered a pure and sattvik (pure and virtuous) food, and it is believed that consuming it during fasting helps to purify the body and mind.

Overall, kuttu is a nutritious and healthy ingredient that is commonly used during Hindu fasting periods due to its nutritional value, easy digestibility, and religious significance.

Here's a simple recipe for making kuttu ka chilla:

Ingredients:

• 1 Cup kuttu (buckwheat) flour (atta).
• 1/2 cup water.
• 1/2 teaspoon salt.
• 1 Tsp. ginger grated.
• 2 Piece green chilly, finely chopped.
• 1/4 Teaspoon cumin powder.
• Oil for cooking.
• Coriander leaves - freshly chopped.

Method of making Kuttu ka chilla.

• In a mixing bowl, add kuttu ka atta, rock salt, freshly chopped coriander leaves, grated ginger, chopped green chilly, grated potato (potato kaccha), grated cucumber, water as needed. Mix it well and make a medium thick smooth batter.
• Heat the Tawa and grease it with a little bit of oil. Wipe off the extra oil with tissue paper and make the pan smooth.
• And now spread a spoonful of batter and spread it evenly clockwise to make chilla.
• Drizzle little oil all around and on top of the chilla.
• Let it cook for a minute or until it becomes brown from downwards, once cooked flip it over and cook the other side till dark spots appear on the lower surface.
• Repeat the same process for the remaining batter.
• Take out Kuttu ka chilla from the pan and serve hot with any green (coriander and mint) chutney, Coconut chutney, or red chili peanut chutney of your choice.

Benefits of kuttu ke chilla.

It is a great grain easy to digest, is an antioxidant, helps control cholesterol, and provides essential vitamins and minerals. Kuttu ka atta or buckwheat flour is low in glycemic index, due to this it is easy to digest and good for diabetes. This chilla can also be made on normal days, it is very healthy and nutritious.

Nutritive Value [Per 100 grams]:

• Energy - 457 kcal
• Carbohydrate – 96 g
• Protein - 13 gm
• Fiber - 7 gm
• Calcium - 68 mg
• Iron - 8.4 mg

Please Note:- In pregnancy, exercise caution while taking any type of fast, as the baby's needs are specific, and usually fasting is not encouraged. If you are still keen to know how to modify your diet during Navratri, please contact your nutritionist for safe personalized guidance.

Disclaimer:- Tips and suggestions mentioned in the article are for general information purposes only and should not be construed as professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor or a dietician before starting any fitness program or making any changes to your diet.