Bihar breakfasts: Must-try dishes for busy mornings
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Bihar, an eastern Indian state, has a range of breakfast dishes ideal for busy mornings. These dishes are easy to make and also give you the energy you need to kickstart your day. From traditional recipes to modern twists, Bihari breakfasts have something for everyone. Here are a few must-have breakfast items you can easily add to your morning routine.
Traditional dish
Litti chokha: A staple delight
Litti chokha is an absolute Bihari delight which is a combination of roasted wheat balls and mashed vegetables. The litti is prepared from whole wheat flour and stuffed with sattu (roasted gram flour mixed with spices). Chokha is basically mashed potatoes/brinjal topped with mustard oil and spices. This meal is not just filling but also nutritious, making it perfect for a hearty breakfast.
Quick meal
Poha: Light and flavorful
Poha is a light yet filling dish made from flattened rice flakes cooked with turmeric, mustard seeds, curry leaves, and peanuts. It can be garnished with fresh coriander leaves and lemon juice for added flavor. Poha can be prepared quickly and offers a balanced mix of carbohydrates and proteins, making it apt for those who have to rush out the door in the morning.
Nutritious choice
Sattu paratha: Protein-packed option
Sattu paratha is made by stuffing whole wheat dough with sattu mixed with spices such as cumin powder and ajwain, before rolling them out into flatbreads. These parathas are then cooked on a griddle till they turn golden brown. Sattu paratha makes for an excellent protein-rich meal, while being easy on the stomach—just the thing for kick-starting your day on an energetic note.
Refreshing dish
Dahi chura: Cooling breakfast treat
Dahi chura mixes beaten rice (chura) with curd (dahi) and sugar or jaggery, depending on your taste. This refreshing mix keeps you cool in hot summer mornings. It gives you the required nutrients like calcium from curd and carbs from chura. Perfect for when you want something quick yet healthy before leaving!