Must Have Breakfasts
Make sure to keep variety of lentils in your pantry. They are quick and a great vegetarian option packed with nutrients. Apparently, a 1/2 cup provides enough fuel for the whole day. I can vouch it lasts for quite a while. This is a protein fiber rich food you can eat anytime of the day.
Currently, I have three or four varieties including chick peas and black beans. I also use black eyed peas, green gram whole in its outer skin, and red lentils. These don’t require a lot of cooking time once they are ready to go into the pot. First, soak the lentils for a couple of hours. Leave it out on the counter for at least a night or four to five hours. I’ve done this in lesser time of two to 3 hours. They still come out perfectly cooked. So begin with 1 or 2 cups depends on how many mouths you are feeding.
After soaking, the lentils should be cooked in additional 1 cup or 2 cups of water with pinch of salt. Add the cooked lentils to the seasoned pot with liquid. I use Indian spices. You can start with a basic seasoning like turmeric. If you have mustard seeds add in a teaspoon of that, red chilli powder/red pepper flakes (1/2 tsp) and few curry leaves (optional). Additionally, top it off with lemon juice, tamarind sauce, and any herb like cilantro or coriander leaves for extra vibrancy and flavour. Give it a stir now and then for another five to ten minutes. Can taste test for salt and adjust accordingly. Turn off stove.
Breakfast is ready! You can buy frozen roti or naan to go with this. Just reheat in a pan. It is a fantastic meal and goes well with rice too. This is all you will need to feed your family a healthy hearty breakfast.
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