Chilla — healthy, filling and delicious, basically the ultimate breakfast for anyone and everyone! While we’ve seen countless versions of this desi favourite made with all kinds of ingredients, we certainly didn’t expect to see one from Hollywood actress Gwyneth Paltrow. The actress recently gave fans a peek at her breakfast, and let’s just say, it was far more desi than we expected!
Inside Gwyneth Paltrow’s Desi Breakfast Ft Indian Chillas!
If you’ve ever scrolled through Gwyneth Paltrow’s Instagram, you’ve probably seen the actress cooking up a storm more than once! Every now and then, she shares a glimpse of what she’s making, and her latest breakfast was far more desi than we expected. She recently gave fans a peek at her simple Indian chilla, which she paired with mint chutney-topped eggs and leftover ribs.
For the chilla, Gwyneth starts by making a besan batter and adds veggies of her choice. She carefully adds water to get the consistency just right — not too thick, not too runny. Between tearing up while chopping onions, slicing bell peppers and grating some fresh ginger, she gets her batter ready and sets it aside.
She then cooks the chillas in a skillet while whipping up some eggs on the side. Once everything is ready, she plates the chillas and tops the eggs with mint chutney before adding some leftover ribs to the plate. And just like that, her desi-inspired breakfast is ready!
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Here’s How To Make Nice & Healthy Chillas
If you wish to make a desi breakfast with chillas like Gwyneth Paltrow, then here’s an easy recipe –
Ingredients:
Besan or gram flour
Water, as required
Onion, finely chopped
Bell pepper, chopped
Fresh ginger, grated
Salt, to taste
Turmeric or haldi, a pinch
Red chilli powder, ¼–½ tsp
Cumin or jeera, ½ tsp
Coriander powder, ½ tsp
Oil or ghee, for cooking
Method:
1. Add besan along with all the spices to a bowl and gradually mix in water to make a smooth, pourable batter.
2. Next, add chopped onion, bell pepper and grated ginger, and mix well.
3. Heat a skillet or tawa, add a little oil and pour in the batter. Spread it into a thin chilla and cook on both sides until golden and crisp.
And there you have it — Gwyneth Paltrow’s desi-inspired breakfast is ready!
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So, when are you trying this recipe? Let us know in the comments!
Cover Image Courtesy: Instagram/gwynethpaltrow
FAQs
What ingredients did Gwyneth Paltrow use in her chilla?
Her chilla included besan, a mix of spices, water and vegetables such as onion and bell pepper, along with fresh ginger and seasoning.
Is besan chilla healthy?
Besan chilla can be a nutritious breakfast option as gram flour provides protein and fibre. Adding vegetables can further boost its nutritional value.
Which movies are Gwyneth Paltrow known for?
Gwyneth Paltrow is an American actress, entrepreneur and author, known for films including Shakespeare in Love, Iron Man and The Avengers.