Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
1 cup

Instant Oats

roasted

0.75 cup

Water

1 unit

Onion

finely chopped

1 sprig

Curry leaves

3 unit

Green Chillies

finely chopped

1 tsp

Ginger

grated

2 tbsp

Lemon juice

1 tbsp

Sunflower Oil

1 tsp

Mustard seeds

1 tsp

Cumin seeds

1.5 tsp

White Urad Dal

split

1 tbsp

Chana dal

soaked

0.25 tsp

Asafoetida

0.75 tsp

Turmeric powder

1 tsp

Salt

1 tbsp

Coriander Leaves

chopped

1 tbsp

Roasted Peanuts

Step 1
~3 min

Wash chana dal and soak in water for 10 minutes.

Step 2
~3 min

Dry roast oats on low flame until fragrant.

Step 3
~3 min

Heat oil in a pan.

Step 4
~3 min

Add mustard seeds and wait until they crackle.

Step 5
~3 min

Add urad dal and soaked chana dal and fry until golden.

Step 6
~3 min

Add chopped onions, green chilies, curry leaves, and grated ginger and sauté until onions are translucent.

Step 7
~3 min

Add turmeric powder, salt, and mix well.

Step 8
~3 min

Add water and bring to a boil.

Step 9
~3 min

Simmer, add roasted oats, and mix well to avoid lumps.

Step 10
~3 min

Cover and cook for 3-4 minutes.

Step 11
~3 min

Add lemon juice and mix well.

Step 12
~3 min

Cook for another 3 minutes without covering.

Step 13
~3 min

Garnish with coriander leaves, roasted peanuts, and grated coconut.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Roast the oats until they are fragrant, this will enhance their flavor.

Adjust the amount of green chilies to your spice preference.

Soaking the dal helps it to cook evenly.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be prepped ahead and cooked just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with a side of yogurt or raita.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Masala Chai
Fresh Fruit

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

India

Cultural Significance

Common breakfast dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Brunch
Healthy eating

Popularity Score

65/100