Tips Of The Day

Dietician Sheela Sherawat

"Start your week off right with a vibrant breakfast! 🌞✨"

On Monday, start with a mouthwatering breakfast bowl that showcases a variety of fruits, nuts, and seeds. I emphasize the importance of starting the day with a nourishing meal that provides energy and sets a positive tone for the week ahead. I encourage my followers to fuel their bodies with nutrient-rich foods and share a quick tip on creating a balanced breakfast.

Indian Vibrant Breakfast - Masala Vegetable Uttapam

Ingredients:

* 1 cup dosa batter (fermented rice and lentil batter)
* 1/2 cup mixed vegetables (finely chopped, such as bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, carrots)
* 1 green chili (finely chopped, adjust according to spice preference)
* 1 tablespoon chopped coriander leaves
* 1/4 teaspoon cumin seeds
* Salt to taste
* Oil or ghee (clarified butter) for cooking

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the dosa batter and salt. Mix well to ensure the salt is evenly distributed.
2. Heat a non-stick pan or tawa on medium heat and lightly grease it with oil or ghee.
3. Take a ladleful of the dosa batter and pour it onto the center of the pan.
4. Using the back of the ladle, spread the batter in a circular motion to form a thick pancake-like shape.
5. Sprinkle a portion of the mixed vegetables, green chili, chopped coriander leaves, and cumin seeds evenly on top of the uttapam.
6. Drizzle a little oil or ghee around the edges of the uttapam and on top of the vegetables.
7. Cook the uttapam on medium-low heat for a few minutes until the bottom side turns golden brown and crisp.
8. Gently flip the uttapam using a spatula and cook the other side for a few more minutes until it turns golden brown.
9. Once cooked on both sides, transfer the uttapam to a serving plate.
10. Repeat the process with the remaining batter and toppings to make more uttapams.
11. Serve the masala vegetable uttapam hot with coconut chutney or tomato chutney.
Note: Uttapam is a versatile dish, and you can customize the toppings according to your preference. You can also add grated cheese, paneer (Indian cottage cheese), or other vegetables like grated carrots or beetroot for added nutrition and flavor. Enjoy this vibrant and nutritious Indian breakfast!