Roaming down the streets of Sagar, Madhya Pradesh, the city has some heart-capturing insights. We Indians are quite fond of food. The tasty and spicy food of the town is also mouth-watering and a major attraction. There are a lot of special and renowned dishes. These food items always win our hearts whether it is the start of the day or the end of the day.
1. Poha
Poha, also known as flattened rice, is the most preferred meal for breakfast and relishes hunger. The making involves flattening the rice grains, adding spices, curry leaves, onions, and potatoes. The high nutrition is a perk to this snack. It is one of the healthiest snacks recommended by the nutritionists.
2. Samosa
Samosa is very popular and loved in India. It is one of the most consumed snacks. These deep-fried snacks are stuffed with potatoes, spices, and herbs. The crispy and delicious samosas are dipped into the bowl of multiple-flavored chutneys. The snack is mostly preferred, with the morning tea bringing joy to the heart. From street food to restaurants and cafes, to welcoming guests at home, it is mandatory for every party.
3. Dahi Jalebi
What is an Indian food without a sweet dish? Jalebi is one of the most classic and significant sweet dishes in every corner of our country. No other fancy sweet can match the satisfaction that this sweet holds. The batter is usually prepared with flour and a little basin(gram flour). It is then cooked in hot oil and dipped in sugar syrup. It is served with fresh curd on top of it making you lick your fingers. Every other Indian is obsessed with this round-shaped creation.
4. Chhole Bhature
A popular Punjabi dish provides a delicious flavor to the morning meal. Chole forms a spiced tangy curry, while Bhature forms a soft, fluffy bread. Bhature is less oily. When fully puffed, is eaten hot and fresh. Chole, along with the addition of spices, should be cooked well until they are soft. The curry is then served with Bhatura to complete the dish serving its version of extraordinary taste. Sliced onions, green chilies, and lemon wedges add to the taste. The plate becomes ready to overwhelm you with its spicy flavors.
5. Aloo Bonda
This popular South Indian food has gained much popularity as a street food in Sagar. These hot spicy balls make your taste, especially during rain. Firstly, potatoes are boiled and spiced and then dipped in gram flour batter. It is made with onions, capsicum, and peas. It is served with different tempting chutneys. This ball-shaped patty stuffed with potatoes makes it difficult to control your temptation.
6. Veg Roll
This morning meal is quite popular among the children. Though the meal does not contain paneer or potato, it is made with highly nutritious vegetables such as cabbage, carrots, and capsicum. The roll is the simple roti or chapati usually made with wheat flour in our regular diet. The chapati is stuffed with sauteed veggies on high flame. It can be made with Schezwan sauce. The veg-roll is a must-try.
7. Moong Dal Kachori
You see a Kachori, and you start drooling. Kachori is one of the most preferred snacks at parties. There are a lot of Kachoris in the Indian cuisine, and Moong dal Kachori tops the list. The outer crust dough is made of all-purpose flour and is stuffed with lentils(moong dal). We garnish it with spicy chutneys, yogurt, chat masala, sev, or sometimes curd. It has become a much more satisfying morning breakfast.
8. Sandwich
The easiest morning snack recipe is prevalent in every other household. Slices of cheese and some vegetables, such as tomato, cucumber, etc., are placed between the slices of bread. There are a lot of sandwiches, such as grilled sandwiches, fried sandwiches, and many more. The easiness of making sandwiches made them popular.
9. Bhaji Vada(tikki)
Bhaji Vada, or vegetable fritters, is a popular snack in the Northern part of India. It’s preparation follows using chana dal and some leafy vegetables, such as spinach or beetroot leaves. It is mostly served with Dhaniya and Pudina chutney bringing a spicy taste.
10. Fruit Chat
Fruits as a morning meal provide good nutrition. Fruits form an excellent source of vitamins and minerals. Fruits dressed with an Indian-style seasoning work as a refreshing snack. This chat, with a blend of spicy and sweet flavors, is adorable and meets the cravings. This dish is a great option for those who fast for a Hindu fasting day and gym freaks. This regular intake can reduce the chances of heart disease and cancer.
11. Mangode
The most loved snack, “Mangode”, is highly rich in protein. It is mostly loved as a rainy season snack and is consumed with tea in the morning. The crunchy and crispy layer relishes the lip-smacking taste. It is prepared with flour and some vegetables, especially leafy vegetables. The softness and moistness inside give it another characteristic. Green gram lentils provide an authentic taste.
12. Sprouts
The tea-time snacks with different combinations of spicy flavors are very appealing to the Indian mind, and sprouts are one of them. They provide the highest nutrition in the diet. The shoots can be of many forms, such as beans, green grams, chana, etc. They are soaked overnight, when sprouted, are mixed with onions, tomatoes, and potatoes. A pinch of salt and spices and lemon make it complete. The plate becomes ready to serve, garnished with coriander leaves and raw peanuts.
13. Cheela
These snacks are powered up with proteins and packed with the aroma of spiced gram-flour pancakes. The recipe is simple. These are made of besan, and the ingredients mixed to make a batter. It is poured on a hot griddle, and these delicious snacks are ready. It is a fast-cooked breakfast cuisine on the table serving your taste. They are mixed with certain vegetables in the batter. Cheelas are protein-rich and fiber-rich and perk up the nutritional value if eaten fresh. It is also helpful in reducing weight.
14. Schezwan Fried Rice
The spicy Schezwan fried rice is made with everyday ingredients and is another permutation of the rice dishes. The Indo-Chinese cuisine made by frying rice is delicious and flavourful. It is hot and spicy, equipped with the flavors of ginger, garlic, and, most important, soya sauce. It is an exceptional dish with a blend of a variety of ketchups. The plate is enriched with protein.
15. Paratha
It is a traditional dish served with dals and curries comprising healthy vegetables. It is a flatbread with crisp layers made of wheat flour. The soft dough is roasted to perfection and served warm. These form a staple diet of the Indians. These are enjoyed for breakfast, lunch or, dinner. These hold a lot of varieties. They are stuffed with potatoes, cauliflower, carrots, and paneer. These are preferred with pickles.
16. Bread Pakoda
It is a quite popular morning snack served by the roadside vendors. It comprises of bread slices, potatoes, spices, and gram flour. It is similar to bhaji with a deep-fried and crisp outer besan coating. These can be made with potato stuffing or without it. These are then cut into triangular shapes, making them look tastier than ever. They are served with tomato ketchup.
17. Uttpam
It is a staple diet of the southern states of India. Traditionally, the leftover sour batter is used for this morning snack. These are fermented rice lentil batter poured over a hot pan. They are topped with vegetables such as onions, curry leaves, etc. They are nourished and have a crisp and fluffy nature making the mouths drizzle with water.
18. Dosa
An exception to the South Indian dishes is the Dosa. It is prepared like Uttpam using rice. But with time, changes took place, and urad dals and lentils also added to its identity. It is a protein-rich breakfast. Urad dal is rich in calcium and protein. It nourishes the body in addition to crispiness. It is the best energetic start to the day without compromising the taste.
19. Idli
Yet another variation of rice, it is the most loved snack of all time. It is a protein-packed breakfast made with fermented rice and lentil batter. It is prepared by soaking lentils, fermenting, and steaming the batter, served with sambhar or chutney. A blend of softness and ravishing taste wins everyone’s hearts. It is suitable for people of all age groups and people who have poor digestion.
20. Sambar Vada
It is another South Indian snack cherished for breakfast due to its taste. It is a combination of a South Indian item recipe and a lentil-based soup called sambhar or coconut chutney. The spicy-flavoured sambhar, used for dipping the vada, makes it soft and fluffy. It is topped with chopped onions and coconut chutney enhancing the taste. It has a lot of minerals such as iron, zinc, and magnesium and helps in improved digestion, high immunity, and weight loss.
