Delve into 10 Must-Try Indian Breakfast Dishes for a Flavorful Start! Explore the vibrant world of Indian breakfast delights
Mornings in India are a vibrant affair, filled with fragrant spices and the promise
of a delicious start to the day. Forget your mundane toast and cereal! Indian breakfast is a culinary adventure, offering a diverse range of flavours and textures to tantalize your taste buds.
From fluffy idlis to crispy dosas, savoury parathas to sweet poha, there's something for everyone. So, ditch the usual and embark on a journey through India's breakfast landscape with these 10 must-try dishes:
Idli and Sambar: Hailing from South India, idlis are steamed rice cakes that are incredibly light and healthy. The fermentation process makes them easy to digest, and they're a fantastic source of protein and carbohydrates. Typically served with sambar, a lentil-based vegetable stew, and coconut chutney, this combination offers a harmonious blend of flavours – tangy, spicy, and subtly sweet. Idli-Sambar is not just a meal; it's an experience. The soft, pillowy idlis soak up the flavourful sambar, creating a comforting and satisfying breakfast. For a unique twist, try dipping them in different types of chutney like tomato or coriander-mint. It’s something that fills our stomach but doesn't make your tummy heavy. This classic combo is a staple in South Indian homes and restaurants across the country, and for good reason! Making idlis at home is also a very calming experience. The simple batter of rice and lentils, when steamed, turns into a breakfast that's both wholesome and delectable.
Each bite of the idli dipped in spicy Sambar, along with chutney takes food-lovers to heaven.
Dosa
Another South Indian favourite, dosa is a thin, crispy pancake made from fermented rice and lentil batter. The batter is spread thinly on a hot griddle and cooked until golden brown and incredibly crispy. Dosas are versatile and can be filled with a variety of fillings.
The most common is masala dosa, where the dosa is stuffed with a spiced potato mixture. However, you can find variations like cheese dosa, onion dosa, or even paneer dosa. Served with sambar and chutney, dosas are a complete and satisfying breakfast.
The textural contrast of the crispy dosa and the flavourful filling makes it a must-try. Making dosas at home can be a bit tricky to learn in the first attempt, but with practice, you'll be flipping them like a pro!
There are many different recipes to cook dosa, this recipe differs from home to home. Different spices add to the uniqueness of the taste.
Poha: A popular breakfast in Maharashtra, poha is made from flattened rice that has been soaked, tempered with spices, and cooked with onions, potatoes, and sometimes peanuts. It's a quick, easy, and light breakfast option that’s packed with flavour. A squeeze of lemon juice adds a tangy touch, and a garnish of fresh coriander leaves elevates the dish. Poha is a nutritional marvel too. It is rich in iron, fibre, and carbohydrates, providing sustained energy throughout the morning. Its versatility makes it a beloved household staple, especially when one is pressed for time but craves a tasty and fulfilling start to the day. Some variations involve adding vegetables like peas or carrots. Every household has its own special poha recipe, passed down through generations.
Poha is light to eat and doesn’t make you feel full.
Upma
A semolina-based breakfast originating from South India, upma is a savory porridge cooked with vegetables and spices. It’s a filling and nutritious option that's perfect for a busy morning. Upma can be customized with different vegetables like carrots, peas, beans, and bell peppers.
The tempering of mustard seeds, curry leaves, and asafoetida adds a distinct South Indian flavour. A squeeze of lemon juice is often added to brighten the flavours. Upma is a great way to sneak in some extra vegetables into your diet.
Its hearty texture and the medley of flavours make it a comforting and satisfying breakfast. This dish is not just delicious, it's also incredibly versatile. It acts as a base to add ingredients to your own liking. It’s a very easy to make recipe.
Paratha
A staple in North India, parathas are flatbreads made from whole wheat flour and cooked on a griddle. They can be plain or stuffed with a variety of fillings. One of the most popular variations is aloo paratha, where the paratha is stuffed with a spiced potato mixture.
Other popular fillings include paneer (cottage cheese), gobi (cauliflower), and mooli (radish). Parathas are typically served with yogurt, butter, or pickle. The combination of the soft, buttery paratha and the flavorful filling is simply irresistible.
Parathas are a hearty and fulfilling breakfast option that will keep you going all morning long. Making parathas requires a bit of practice to get the dough right, but once you master the technique, you can create endless variations with different fillings. It's a favourite in Punjabi Culture.
Masala Upma
A variation of upma, Masala upma refers to a mixture of different vegitables mixed with spices. It is also known for being a light breakfast, that fills your stomach. A quick and convenient dish to make, and it's a perfect choice for working people.
You can add any vegetables to them, such as peas, carrots, beans, beetroots or potatoes. This makes this the healthiest breakfast option. You could add dry fruits such as kaju/almonds. It provides necessary protien to the body. A light breakfast that does not fill your stomach.
This is available across every state in India. It is often reffered to as a homely dish, since every family makes this.
Kachori
A very famous savoury snack from Rajasthan, kachori is available across many metro cities. The combination of the soft, buttery kachori and the flavorful sabzi is simply irresistible. Kachori is a hearty and fulfilling breakfast option that will keep you going all morning long.
Making kachori requires a bit of practice to get the dough right, but once you master the technique. Kachoris are one of the best breakfast options available out there, which is also affordable. They are mostly served with pudina chutney to enhance the flavour.
Kachories are deep fried and served hot. Some variations in kachories can be cheese burst, masala kachori, pyaaz kachori, aloo kachori etc
Pongal
This dish is made from rice and lentils, and is prepared similar to risotto. It has two main variants, which are sweet pongal and khara pongal. The dish is very popular in South India. Sweet pongal has rice and lentils along with jaggery and milk.
The lentils and rice are mixed with ghee, cashews raisins. Khara pongal has peppercorns, ginger, ghee and curry leaves, which gives it flavour. Pongal makes a great dish for lunch and breakfast. It is also provided as a offering to the god in temples to the godess.
The dish is high carbohydrate dish and also has sodium which is good for the human body. Pongal can be made using pressure cooker, rice cooker, pot or instant pot. Pongal can be served with Tiffin Sambar and Coconut Chutney.
Puttu : Very Famous in Kerala and Tamil Nadu, Puttu is made Rice flour , grated coconut, with some water. Puttu is cooked mostly with cylindrical steamer where the puttu mixture is loaded and then steamed. The dish is rich in protien and carbohydrates. They are available in different forms and are sold in streets of kerala.
Puttu are very good breakfast dish and does not cause any heavy feeling. You won't feel any laziness after eating puttu. Very popular dish amoung the gym freaks who want to consume high proetin and carbohydrates.
Sabudana Khichdi: It is an Indian dish made from soaked sabudana. It is commonly eaten in Maharashtra and Karnataka, and also in other parts of India.
It is one of the popular dish, also eaten while fasting especially during "Navratri" festival. It often added with peanuts, potatoes, tomatoes etc. It has two main varaints "sweet sabudana khichdi" and "khara sabudana khichdi".
They are very good breakfast dish and does not cause any heavy feeling.
You won't feel any laziness after eating sabudana. Very popular dish amoung the gym freaks who want to consume carbohydrate filled dish.
10 delicious Indian breakfast dishes for a flavorful start
So there you have it – 10 delicious Indian breakfast dishes to kickstart your day the right way. Each dish offers a unique blend of flavours and textures, promising a delightful and satisfying culinary experience.
So, go ahead, explore the diverse world of Indian breakfast, and discover your new favourite morning meal.
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