Ingredients:
- 1 cup dalia (broken wheat)
- 3 cups water
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter)
- 1/4 cup chopped mixed nuts (almonds, cashews, raisins)
- 1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon powder
- 2 tablespoons jaggery or sugar (adjust to taste)
- Pinch of salt
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Instructions:
Dry Roasting the Dalia:
- Heat a large pan over medium heat and add the dalia.
- Dry roast the dalia for 3-4 minutes until it turns slightly golden and emits a nutty aroma. Stir frequently to prevent burning.
Cooking the Dalia:
- In the same pan, add 3 cups of water and a pinch of salt.
- Bring the water to a boil and then add the roasted dalia.
- Reduce the heat to low and cover the pan. Let the dalia cook for about 15-20 minutes or until it becomes soft and the water is absorbed. Stir occasionally.
Adding Milk and Spices:
- Once the dalia is cooked, add 1 cup of milk to the pan and mix well.
- Stir in cardamom powder and cinnamon powder to add flavor.
Sweetening the Porridge:
- Add jaggery or sugar to the porridge and mix until it’s well incorporated. Adjust the sweetness according to your taste.
Tempering with Nuts:
- In a separate small pan, heat 2 tablespoons of ghee over low heat.
- Add the chopped mixed nuts (almonds, cashews, raisins) and sauté until the nuts turn golden and aromatic.
Final Touch:
- Pour the tempered nuts and ghee over the cooked dalia porridge and mix well.
Serving:
- Serve the warm dalia porridge in bowls.
- You can garnish with additional nuts or fresh fruits if desired.
Enjoy this hearty and nutritious dalia porridge as a wholesome breakfast or a comforting meal any time of the day!
Dalia porridge can be customized by adding fruits like bananas or berries, as well as a sprinkle of seeds like flaxseeds or chia seeds for added nutrition and texture.