Spinach Puda
Crispy, golden, and packed with flavor, this Spinach Puda is an Indian-style savory pancake made with gram flour (besan), fresh spinach, and spices. It’s nutritious, naturally gluten-free, and perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even a light dinner. Pair it with chutney or yogurt for a wholesome and satisfying meal.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Non-stick pan or skillet
- Whisk
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 cup finely chopped spinach
- 1 cup gram flour (besan)
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 1 green chili finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon carom seeds (ajwain)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
- 3/4 cup water (adjust as needed)
- 2 tablespoons oil or ghee for cooking
Instructions
- Wash and finely chop the spinach. If using frozen spinach, thaw and squeeze out excess water.
- In a large bowl, mix gram flour, turmeric powder, red chili powder, carom seeds, and salt.
- Gradually add water while whisking to form a smooth, lump-free batter.
- Stir in spinach, onion, green chili, and ginger until evenly coated in the batter.
- Heat a non-stick pan and grease lightly with oil or ghee.
- Pour a ladle of batter, spreading it into a round pancake shape.
- Cook on medium heat for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve hot with chutney, yogurt, or your favorite dip.
Notes
For extra crispiness, drizzle a few drops of oil around the edges while cooking. You can also add shredded carrots or grated zucchini for variation.
Nutrition
Calories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 7gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 380mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg
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