Spice Up Your Breakfast: 7 Quick and Healthy Indian Recipes to Start Your Day Right

Tired of the same old breakfast every day? Finding a meal that's both delicious and nourishing can sometimes feel like a chore. But worry no more! Indian cuisine offers a variety of flavourful and quick breakfast options that will not only brighten up your morning but also provide you with the energy to kickstart your day.Here’s what we’ve got for you in this blog:

• Wholesome & Mouthwatering Breakfast Ideas: Enjoy tasty, vegetarian Indian breakfasts that will make you look forward to your first meal of the day.
• Simple Recipes for Every Cook: Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced chef, these dishes are easy to follow and quick to prepare.
• Variety to Keep Things Interesting: We’ve got a whole week’s worth of breakfast ideas, so you won’t have to repeat a dish!

So whether you’re new to cooking or already a pro, these recipes will quickly become a part of your daily breakfast routine.Let’s dive right in!

Healthy and Quick Indian Breakfast Recipes

1. Masala Oats

A perfect option for busy mornings, masala oats are both healthy and quick to prepare.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1 tbsp oil
• 1/2 tsp mustard seeds
• 1 tsp Hathi Garam Masala
• 1 tsp Hathi Red Chilli Powder
• Pinch of Hathi Turmeric Powder
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 chopped tomato
• 1 chopped onion
• 1 chopped carrot
• Fresh coriander, chopped
• Salt to taste
• 2 cups water

Method:

1. Heat oil in a pan for about 30 seconds.
2. Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds to crackle.
3. Sauté onions until golden brown.
4. Add tomato and carrot, cook for a few minutes.
5. Stir in the spices and salt.
6. Add water and bring to a boil, then add oats.
7. Stir well and cook until the oats are soft.
8. Garnish with fresh coriander and serve!

This hearty dish is packed with flavor and is a great way to start your day.

learn more about oats on wikipedia

2.Poha

A beloved breakfast option made from flattened rice, poha is easy to prepare and wonderfully tasty.

Ingredients

• 2 cups poha (flattened rice)
• 1 tbsp oil
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1/4 tsp mustard seeds
• 1 sliced onion
• 1 chopped green chili
• Fresh coriander leaves
• 1 tsp Hathi Cumin Powder
• Pinch of Hathi Turmeric Powder
• Salt to taste

Method:

1. Rinse poha thoroughly in water.
2. Heat oil in a pan, add mustard seeds, and let them pop.
3. Sauté onions and green chilies until soft.
4. Add the spices, salt, and poha.
5. Stir everything together and add lemon juice.
6. Garnish with fresh coriander and serve!

Poha is light, nutritious, and perfect for hectic mornings when you need a quick meal.

3.Masala Paratha

Add a spicy twist to your regular paratha with this simple masala version.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups wheat flour
• 1 tsp Hathi Garam Masala
• 1/2 tsp Hathi Red Chilli Powder
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• Water
• Salt to taste
• Oil for cooking

Method:

1. Combine all dry ingredients in a bowl and add water to make a soft dough.
2. Roll the dough into small rounds, then cook on a hot tawa with a little oil until both sides are golden.
3. Serve with yogurt or pickles.

These spicy parathas are perfect for a hearty breakfast!

4.Upma

A warm, comforting dish made with semolina, upma is a South Indian favourite perfect for chilly mornings.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup sooji (semolina)
• 2 tbsp oil
• 1 tsp mustard seeds
• 1 sliced onion
• 1 chopped green chilli
• Fresh coriander leaves
• Pinch of Hathi Turmeric Powder
• 1 tsp Hathi Cumin Powder
• 1 tsp Hathi Coriander Powder
• Salt to taste
• 2 cups water

Method:

1. Roast the sooji in a dry pan until golden and fragrant.
2. Heat oil in another pan, add mustard seeds, and let them crackle.
3. Sauté the onions and green chilies, then add the spices.
4. Add water and bring it to a boil.
5. Gradually add the roasted sooji while stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
6. Cook until the sooji absorbs the water and becomes soft.
7. Garnish with fresh coriander and serve!

This warm dish is ideal for a cozy, healthy breakfast. 

learn more about Upma on Wikipedia

5.Aloo Paratha

Everyone enjoys the traditional North Indian aloo paratha. Your morning meal is going to be enhanced with a burst of flavour from the potato filling, which is seasoned with Hathi Masala spices.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of whole wheat flour
• 2 boiled and mashed potatoes
• 1 teaspoon of Hathi garam masala
• ½ teaspoon Hathi red chilli powder
• Salt
• Freshly chopped coriander leaves
• Cooking oil

Method:

1. To form a dough, combine water and whole wheat flour. Set it aside for 10 minutes.
2. Add the mashed potatoes, red chilli powder, salt, fresh coriander, and Hathi Masala garam masala in a bowl.
3. Roll out a tiny piece of dough, fill it with the potato mixture, and seal it.
4. Again, roll out the filled dough into the shape of a roti.
5. Apply less pressure while rolling so that the filling doesn’t come out.
6. Cook in oil on a hot tawa until both sides are golden brown.
7. Serve it with curd.

Rich and substantial, this vegetarian Indian breakfast is ideal for the weekends when you have a little more time to prepare meals.

6. Dhokla

A traditional dish in Gujarat, dhokla is made using rice and besan flour batter. It's fluffy, light, and ideal for a nutritious Indian morning dish.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of besan-gram flour
• ¼ cup of yogurt
• ¼ cup of Water
• 1 teaspoon Hathi turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Hathi cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon Hathi red chilli powder
• 1 tsp fruit salt, or Eno
• Oil
• Salt

Method:

1. To prepare a thick batter, combine gram flour, salt, cumin powder, Hathi turmeric powder, yoghurt and water in a bowl.
2. Cover the bowl with a lid and let it stay overnight.
3. In the morning add Eno and mix well.
4. Coat a plate with oil, add the batter, sprinkle Hathi chilli powder, and steam it for 15 to 20 minutes.
5. When finished, allow it to cool slightly before slicing.

This is a simple but delicious Indian breakfast meal that goes well with garlic chutney or green chutney.

7.Vegetable Cheela

Cheela is a delicious Indian pancake loaded with spices and veggies that comes together quickly and is made with besan (gram flour).

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of besan-gram flour
• 1 finely sliced onion
• 1 finely chopped tomato
• 1 finely chopped green chilli
• Pinch of Hathi turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Hathi cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon Hathi coriander powder
• Water
• Oil

Method: 

1. Combine gram flour, chopped veggies, cumin, coriander, and Hathi Masala turmeric powder in a bowl.
2. To get a smooth batter, add water slowly till you have a thick and pourable consistency.
3. Pour some batter onto a heated non-stick pan and spread out like a pancake.
4. Pour some oil on the sides of the chilla.
5. Cook till golden brown on both sides.
6. Serve it with yogurt or green chutney.

Why You Need Hathi Masala in Your Breakfast Dishes

For years, Hathi Masala has been a staple in Indian kitchens. Their high-quality, unadulterated spices ensure that every meal you make is packed with flavour. The freshness and potency of these spices are key to achieving that perfect balance in your morning dishes.Here’s why you should use Hathi Masala:

• Premium Quality: Only the finest ingredients go into every pack of Hathi Masala, ensuring every bite is bursting with authentic flavor.
• Freshness in Every Spoonful: The spices retain their aroma and taste longer, making your food consistently delicious.
• True-to-Indian Flavours: Hathi Masala helps bring out the true essence of Indian cuisine, elevating the taste of your breakfast.
• Consistency You Can Rely On: You can count on Hathi Masala to deliver the same rich, authentic flavour in every meal.

By incorporating Hathi Masala into these healthy and tasty Indian breakfast recipes, you'll take your meals to the next level and infuse them with authentic Indian spices.

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Conclusion

These healthy Indian breakfast recipes are perfect for anyone looking to spice up their morning routine. From poha to masala oats, each dish offers a unique flavour experience that’s both nutritious and satisfying. And with the addition of Hathi Masala, you can ensure that every bite is packed with authenticity and rich flavor.

So, don’t settle for bland mornings—give these quick and tasty recipes a try! With the help of Hathi Masala’s premium spices, you’ll have a breakfast that’s full of flavor and goodness.