Lauki Chilla Recipe (Doodhi Pudla)
Tarla Dalal
• 28 April, 2023
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lauki chilla recipe | doodhi pudla | healthy bottle gourd Indian pancake | with 18 images.
Lauki Chilla is a delicious and nutritious variation of the classic Indian pancake, made with bottle gourd (lauki / doodhi) and besan (gram flour) to create a wholesome batter that’s perfect for breakfast or snacks. This healthy cheela blends the mild flavor of grated bottle gourd with the rich, protein-packed goodness of gram flour, seasoned with spices like turmeric and chilli powder to enhance its taste. Lightly cooked on a non-stick griddle and perfectly golden brown, these pancakes are not only flavorful but also easy to prepare in under 30 minutes.
What makes lauki cheela especially appealing is its balance of taste and nutrition — low in calories and high in dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals, making it an excellent choice for weight-conscious eaters and health-focused meal plans. The high water content of bottle gourd helps keep the chilla light and hydrating, while gram flour contributes plant-based protein and complex carbohydrates, aiding in sustained energy release throughout the day. Serve these delightful bottle gourd pancakes with chutney or ketchup for a satisfying meal.
Beyond just being tasty, lauki doodhi cheela offers several health benefits that appeal to fitness enthusiasts and home cooks alike. Bottle gourd is known for being low in sodium yet rich in essential nutrients like folic acid, magnesium, and thiamine, which support heart health and digestion. Combined with the versatility of gram flour and subtle spices, this savoury pancake is a smart addition to balanced diets and makes for a creative way to enjoy more vegetables.
96 calories for one lauki chilla making it a healthy snack to have at any time.
Enjoy with lauki chilla recipe | doodhi pudla | cheela rich in Folic Acid, Thiamine, Protein, Fiber, Magnesium | step by step photos.
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Total Time
30 Mins
Makes
7 chilas
Ingredients
For Lauki Chilla
- 3/4 cup grated bottle gourd (doodhi / lauki)
- 1 cup besan (Bengal gram flour)
- 1/4 cup curd (dahi)
- 1 tsp chilli powder
- 1/4 tsp asafoetida (hing)
- 1/4 tsp turmeric powder (haldi)
- salt to taste
- 1 3/4 tsp coconut oil for greasing
- 3 1/2 tsp coconut oil for cooking
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Method
For lauki chilla
- To make lauki chilla, combine all the ingredients in a deep bowl along with ½ cup of water and mix well.
- Heat and grease a non-stick tava (griddle) grease it using ¼ tsp of oil. Pour a ladle of the batter on the tava (griddle) and spread it evenly to make a 125 mm. (5”) diameter circle.
- Cook it using ½ tsp of oil till both the sides turn golden brown in colour.
- Make 6 more chilas.
- Serve the lauki chilla immediately with tomato ketchup and green chutney.
Lauki Chilla, Bottle Gourd Doodhi Cheela recipe with step by step photos
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what is lauki chilla made of ? See below image of list of ingredients for lauki pudla.
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To make batter for lauki chilla in a bowl put 3/4 cup grated bottle gourd (doodhi / lauki). With extremely low levels of sodium, this doodhi is highly suitable for those with high BP. It helps reduce blood cholesterol levels and regulate blood pressure and ensures a proper blood flow to heart and they're onwards to all parts of the body.
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Add 1 cup besan (bengal gram flour). Besan has more good fat than whole wheat flour and also higher protein content. Rich in complex carbohydrates and with a low glycemic index, besan is good for diabetics too.
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Add 1/4 cup semolina (rava / sooji) (optional). If you like the usage of rava in your chilla then use it at this stage but then you may need to cut besan usage to 3/4th cup total.
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Add 1/4 cup curd (dahi). Curd is one of the richest sources of protein, calcium and minerals. They help in weight reduction, good for your heart and build immunity. Being low in sodium, it is safe to be eaten by individuals with high blood pressure.
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Add 1 tsp chilli powder.
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Add 1/4 tsp asafoetida (hing).
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Add 1/4 tsp turmeric powder (haldi).
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Add salt to taste. We added 1/2 tsp salt.
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Add ½ cup of water.
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Mix well.
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To make lauki chilla recipe | doodhi pudla | healthy bottle gourd Indian pancake | heat a non-stick tava (griddle) and grease with coconut oil or oil.
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Pour a ladle of the batter on the tava (griddle) and spread it evenly to make a 125 mm. (5”) diameter circle.
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Cook on a medium flame for 1 minute.
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Grease top using ¼ tsp of oil. Use cococnut oil instead of processed seed oil in the recipe. Coconut oil is a medium chain triglycerides (MCT’s). The MCT in Coconut oil reduces the LDL cholesterol (bad cholesterol) while increasing the count of HDL cholesterol, maintaining normal blood pressure and good for diabetics.
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Flip over.
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Keep cooking and flipping pudla till golden brown. Lauki chilla is cooked.
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Serve lauki chilla | doodhi pudla | healthy bottle gourd Indian pancake | immediately with tomato ketchup and green chutney.
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Press down gently with a spatula while cooking the chilla.
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Use the back of the ladle or spoon to spread the batter in a circular direction.
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Lauki Pudla is rich in Folic Acid, Thiamine, Protein, Fiber, Magnesium
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Folic Acid (Vitamin B9): Folic acid is an essential vitamin required throughout pregnancy. Folic acid rich Indian foods (kabuli chana, chana dal, yellow moong dal, urad dal, tooval dal, til ). 11% of RDA.
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Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) : Vitamin B1 protects nerves, helps in carbohydrate metabolism, prevents heart diseases and helps produce red blood cells. 10% of RDA.
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Protein : Protein is required for the managing the wear and tear of all cells of the body. Have protein rich Indian foods like paneer, curd, Greek yoghurt, tofu, almonds, sprouts, chana, rajma, chick peas, quinoa, buckwheat ). 10% of RDA.
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Fiber : Dietary fiber reduce the risk of heart disease, prevent the spike in blood sugar levels and hence super for diabetics. Consume more fruits, vegetables, moong, oats, matki, whole grains. 10% of RDA.
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Magnesium : Magnesium is required for formation of bones and teeth. It helps in the metabolism of calcium and potassium. % of RDA. magnesium rich Indian foods like leafy vegetables (palak, broccoli, kale), pulses ( rajma, chawli, moong ), nuts (walnuts, almonds) , cereals ( jowar, bajra, whole wheat flour, dalia). 6 % of RDA.
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Nutrient values (Abbrv)per plate
| Energy | 96 Calories |
| Protein | 3.3 g |
| Carbohydrates | 9.2 g |
| Fiber | 2.4 g |
| Fat | 5.1 g |
| Cholesterol | 1 mg |
| Sodium | 12 mg |
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Pooja
Aug. 8, 2021, 11:05 p.m.
Combining curd and besan can be harmful for digestion. Can we avoid adding curd or add warmed curd?
Tarla Dalal
Aug. 8, 2021, 11:05 p.m.
Besan in this recipe is a thickening agent. You can replace it with some other flour like jowar flour or rice flour. Alternatively skip the curd and adjust the consistency of the batter with water.
Trupti Kiran
June 11, 2021, 9:18 p.m.
thank you so much ma''am these chilas were delicious and my family says it''s really tasty.
Madhu
Nov. 30, 2020, 11:10 a.m.
Good and tasty. easy to make
Tarla Dalal
Nov. 30, 2020, 11:10 a.m.
Thanks for the feedback !!! Keep reviewing recipes and articles you loved.
BeenaRajiv
Nov. 23, 2020, 11:16 a.m.
Awesome! Healthy option & tasty too!
Tarla Dalal
Nov. 23, 2020, 11:16 a.m.
Hello Beena, Thank you for your kind words. Do try more and more recipes and let us know how you enjoyed them. Happy cooking !!
Bharti bulsara
July 5, 2020, 9:26 a.m.
shilpa
April 22, 2020, 9:14 p.m.
These chilas made with doodhi taste very nice and are easy to make, I make these often for breakfast at home and my family enjoys them...
Sonal Modi
July 6, 2019, 1:44 p.m.
Very easy and tasty. I often make these chilas for breakfast.
Foodie #681296
July 28, 2018, 8:31 a.m.
can we skip rava
Manali
April 3, 2018, 6:49 p.m.
good reciep
Tarla Dalal
April 3, 2018, 6:49 p.m.
Thank you for your feedback. Happy cooking.!
Dr Maanasa Sendil
Sept. 20, 2016, 2:09 p.m.
Mam, I had a question. I am following a diet where besan is not recommended. What flour can i replace besan with in this recipe? Regards Maanasa
Foodie #627013
April 18, 2016, 11:15 a.m.
Dipak Awasthi
April 6, 2016, 4:35 p.m.
Winnie
April 1, 2016, 12:13 a.m.
A simple recipe and also very quick to prepare...Makes for a good and healthy breakfast.
Foodie #676878
March 23, 2016, 2:56 p.m.
Great
