High Fibre Chillas Recipe | Buckwheat & Oats Pancake
Tarla Dalal
• Updated : Jan 23, 2026
If you’re looking for a quick, wholesome breakfast that doesn’t compromise on taste, high fibre chillas are a fantastic choice. These healthy chillas are made using nourishing grains that keep you full, energized, and happy through the morning. What makes this buckwheat and oats Indian pancake truly special is that it’s a no fermentation chilla, meaning you can whip it up instantly—no soaking or waiting involved. Perfect for busy weekdays or lazy weekends, this recipe fits beautifully into a balanced lifestyle. Whether you’re trying to eat clean, improve digestion, or simply enjoy a nutritious homemade meal, these high fibre chillas check all the boxes. Serve them hot with chutney or curd, and you’ve got a comforting, guilt-free meal that feels just right.
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Here, these scrumptious buckwheat and oats Indian pancake are made from a batter of buckwheat and curds which are then soaked and ground in a mixer. To the batter we add oats, ginger green chilli paste, carrots and spring onions add crunch to these high fibre chillas as well as their share of nutrition too. This batter is then cooked on a non stick tava to make healthy chillas.
Let’s see why we love high fibre chillas. Buckwheat keeps your heart healthy and high in fibre and diabetic friendly. Oats are a great source of protein for Vegetarians. It is rich in soluble fibre (to make it good for diabetics), which helps lower blood LDL cholesterol, the so-called "Bad" cholesterol. Curds help in digestion as it has very good bacteria. Probiotics in curds acts as a mild laxative but, in case of diarrhoea and dysentery, it is a boon.
When served with low-calorie green chutney, this high fibre chillas meal is sure to make a smile bloom on your face.
Healthy chiilas and pancakes for breakfast is always a good way to start the day. buckwheat and oats Indian pancake gives a lot of room for innovation too, as you can add your favourite veggies, greens or other ingredients to make it as exciting as you want.
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Total Time
20 Mins
Makes
4 chilas
Ingredients
For High Fibre Chillas
- 1/2 cup buckwheat (kuttu or kutti no daro)
- 1/4 cup low fat curds (dahi)
- 1/4 cup quick cooking oats
- 1 1/2 tsp ginger-green chilli paste
- 1/2 cup grated carrot
- 1/2 cup chopped spring onions whites and greens
- 2 tbsp finely chopped coriander (dhania)
- salt to taste
- 1 tsp peanut oil for greasing
- 1 tsp peanut oil for cooking
For Serving With High Fibre Chillas
Method
For high fibre chillas
- To make high fibre chillascombine the buckwheat, curds and ½ cup of water in a deep bowl and mix well. Cover with a lid and keep aside for 2 hours.
- Blend the mixture to a smooth paste using no water.
- Transfer the mixture into a deep bowl, add all the remaining ingredients and ¼ cup of water and mix well.
- Grease a non-stick tava (griddle) with ¼ tsp of oil and pour a ladleful of the batter and spread it evenly to make a 125 mm. (5”) diameter thin circle and cook on a medium flame using ¼ tsp of oil till both the sides are golden brown in colour.
- Repeat with the remaining batter to make 3 more high fibre chillas.
- Serve the high fibre chillas immediately with low calorie green chutney.
High Fibre Chillas, Buckwheat Oats Indian Pancake recipe with step by step photos
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To make the batter for high fibre chilas, in a deep bowl, take buckwheat. Buckwheat grains are not only gluten free, but also rich in protein and antioxidants. They are high in fiber and aid in digestion. You can read more about the nutritional facts here : buckwheat
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Add low-fat curd. Read this recipe of with detailed step by step photos to make some fresh, homemade low-fat curd.
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Add ½ cup of water.
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Mix well and mix together all the ingredients. You can use a whisk or a spoon.
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Cover with a lid and keep aside for 2 hours.
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After 2 hours, you will see buckwheat has absorbed water and puffed up.
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Transfer this to a mixer jar.
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Blend the mixture to a smooth paste without using any water. Alternatively, you can even use buckwheat flour and there won’t be any need to grind this mixture.
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Transfer the mixture into a deep bowl.
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Add all the remaining ingredients starting with oats.
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Add the ginger-green chilli paste. This is for the much required spice.
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Add grated carrot. Other vegetables like grated beetroot, doodhi, mooli can also be used.
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Add chopped spring onions whites and greens. They give a nice bite to the high fibre chilla.
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Add finely chopped coriander.
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Add salt to taste.
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Finally, add ¼ cup of water and mix well. Our batter for fibre rich chilla is ready.
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To make high fibre chillas, grease a non-stick tava (griddle) with ¼ tsp oil.
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Pour a ladleful of the batter.
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Spread it evenly to make a 125 mm. (5”) diameter thin circle. You can make it bigger or smaller as per your desire.
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Cook on a medium flame using ¼ tsp of oil.
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Cook till both sides are golden brown in colour.
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Remove the high fibre chilla on a plate.
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Repeat with the remaining batter to make 7 more high fibre chilas.
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Serve the high fiber chillas immediately with low calorie green chutney.
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What is a chilla? Chilla is India’s answer to pancakes. While South India is famous for its innumerable types of dosa, West and North India go with chilla! There are different types of chilla – made with ground pulses, a mix of dry flours, fermented batters as well as quick-fix ones.
The most common type of chilla is made with besan. Quickly mix besan with a dash of spices, allow it to stand for a few minutes and you are all ready to make a healthy breakfast of hot chillas. You can fortify the Besan Chilla batter with just about anything that is within reach and healthy – grated veggies, crumbled paneer, chopped greens, or whatever!
The next most common option after Besan Chilla is the Moong Dal Chilla. Here, you soak and grind moong dal with green chillies, jeera etc. to make the batter for a comforting and healthy chilla. The Moong Dal Chilla is believed to be more nutritious yet easier to digest. You can add grated veggies and greens to the batter, or even make a mixed veg or paneer stuffing for the chilla! Try the Stuffed Moong Dal Chilla and Moong Dal and Paneer Phudina Chilla.
Similarly, you can make chillas with other pulses and flours too, such as the Nutritious Jowar and Tomato Chilla or the High Fibre Chilla that help to keep up your health quotient.
When you are in a real dash, go for options like the Besan and Green Pea Chilla that can be cooked in a jiffy in the microwave, and when you want to swing your kids in favour of the Indian pancake, go for something interesting like the Mini Green Moong Dal Chilla. Name your need, and there is a chilla to fill the gap! You can even mix-and-match the ingredients available at home and come up with your own exciting combos – right from the batter to the stuffing.
Serve your chillas with Mint Chutney, Coriander Chutney or Tomato Chutney. If you are in a hurry, just ketchup would do. Grated jaggery and soft butter are also very homely and comforting accompaniments to the chilla.
buckwheat and oats Indian pancake | high fibre chilla - A healthy breakfast.
Buckwheat and oats along with some veggies contribute to the fiber content in these nourishing chillas. With 2.7 g of fiber per chilla, these High Fibre Chillas are sure to satiate you for long hours and avoid binge eating. They are very quick and easy breakfast to make once you have soaked the buckwheat for 2 hours. Moreover these chillas also provide a handsome amount of iron, magnesium, calcium, phosphorus and protein. We have suggested using peanut oil to cook these pancakes as peanut oil has more amount of MUFA as compared to other oils like sunflower, safflower or vegetable oils. A greater amount of MUFA helps to keep the linings of the arteries less clogged and thus prevent the onset of heart diseases.
- What are High Fibre Chillas?
High Fibre Chillas are savoury Indian pancakes made from a batter of soaked buckwheat, curds, oats and veggies like carrot and spring onion a healthy breakfast option. - Is this recipe healthy?
Yes it’s high in fibre, contains protein from oats and nutrients from buckwheat and vegetables, making it good for digestion, heart health and even diabetic diets. - What ingredients are needed?
The main ingredients are buckwheat, low-fat curds (dahi), quick-cooking oats, ginger-green chilli paste, grated carrot, spring onions, coriander and peanut oil - How long does it take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes 10 minutes preparation and 10 minutes cooking plus 2 hours soaking for buckwheat. - How many chillas does this recipe make?
The recipe yields 4 high fibre chillas. - Can I add other vegetables?
Yes you can customise by adding your favourite veggies like beetroot, doodhi or more greens for extra nutrition. - Do I need to ferment the batter?
No this is a no fermentation chilla. Just soak the buckwheat and prepare the batter as directed. - What is the best accompaniment to serve with these chillas?
They are typically served with low-calorie green chutney for flavour and freshness. - What nutrition does one chilla provide?
One chilla has about 109 kcal, provides ~2.7 g fiber, carbohydrates, protein and essential minerals. - Are these suitable for diabetics or weight loss diets?
Yes because they’re high in soluble fibre and nutrients, these chillas can support blood sugar control and satiety, making them appropriate for diabetics and weight-watching individuals.
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1. Soak Buckwheat Properly
Soaking the buckwheat with curds and water for the full 2 hours helps it soften and makes grinding easier, giving you a smoother batter. If you’re short on time, you can use buckwheat flour directly to skip this step.
2. Adjust Batter Consistency
Ensure your batter is not too thick or too runny it should pour easily but still hold together on the tava. Add only a little water at a time when mixing in oats and veggies to get the right pourable consistency.
3. Add Extra Vegetables
While the recipe uses carrot and spring onions, you can boost nutrition and flavour by adding grated beetroot, grated zucchini (doodhi), finely chopped spinach, or capsicum.
4. Spice It Up to Taste
The recipe uses ginger–green chilli paste for a bit of heat. Feel free to add crushed black pepper, cumin seeds, or red chilli flakes for more flavour.
5. Use a Non-Stick Pan & Medium Heat
Cook the chillas on medium heat so they cook through without burning. A good non-stick tava helps in easy flipping and better browning on both sides.
6. Grease Sparingly
The recipe suggests using very little peanut oil for greasing and cooking. You can also try spray oil to cut down calories while still preventing sticking.
7. Serve Hot with Chutney
These chillas taste best when served fresh and hot with a low-calorie green chutney mint-coriander chutney, garlic chutney, or even tomato chutney are great options.
8. Make in Batches for Meal Prep
You can make bigger batches and refrigerate the leftover batter for the next day’s breakfast. Stir well before making chillas again.
9. Boost Nutritional Value
Since each chilla has about 2.7 g fibre and is rich in protein and micronutrients, pairing with yoghurt or a side salad makes it a complete, healthy meal.
10. Customize for Kids
If making for kids, reduce green chilli paste and add mild spices or finely grated veggies to enhance taste without too much heat.
Nutrient values (Abbrv)per plate
| Energy | 109 Calories |
| Protein | 3.3 g |
| Carbohydrates | 16.6 g |
| Fiber | 2.7 g |
| Fat | 3.3 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Sodium | 14 mg |
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Anya2012
June 14, 2021, 6:36 p.m.
Our daughters loved the chilas and great to give it for breakfast.
n_katira
July 12, 2018, 9:14 p.m.
my kid doesn''t like buckwheat dhokla, but she really enjoyed these chilas.. they taste great with carrot garlic chutney.
Shilpa
July 14, 2017, 2:14 p.m.
loved the chilas and great to give it for breakfast.
Tarla Dalal
July 14, 2017, 2:14 p.m.
Hi Shilpa, Happy to know you liked the recipe. Do try the recipe and let us know your feedback. Happy Cooking!
