From parathas to lassi: The best Punjabi breakfasts
What's the story
Punjabi breakfasts are rich, hearty, and delicious. They are a perfect way to kick start your day.
Filling yet nutritious, these vegetarian dishes make for a favorite among many.
From spicy parathas to creamy lassis, Punjabi cuisine has got it all. All of it, just for your taste buds.
Here's a look at some classic vegetarian breakfast dishes from Punjab that you should try.
Paratha delight
Parathas: A staple morning meal
Parathas are an essential part of Punjabi breakfasts.
Prepared using whole wheat flour, these flatbreads can be stuffed with a range of fillings from potatoes to paneer to radish.
They are normally accompanied by yogurt or pickle on the side.
The process includes rolling out dough balls into circles and cooking them on a hot griddle until golden brown.
Parathas keep you energetic and full for longer.
Chole bhature combo
Chole bhature: A flavorful combination
Another popular breakfast option in Punjab is chole bhature.
This dish features spicy chickpeas (chole) with deep-fried bread (bhature).
The chickpeas are prepared in aromatic spices and herbs, while the bhature is made from fermented dough that puffs up when fried.
This combination is usually savored with sliced onions and green chutney for added flavor.
Lassi refreshment
Lassi: Refreshing yogurt drink
Another traditional yogurt-based drink that goes well with many Punjabi meals is lassi.
It can be sweet or salty according to the taste. Sweet lassi has sugar and sometimes fruits (like mangoes) added to it, whereas salty lassi has salt and spices (like cumin powder).
This refreshing drink helps digestion and keeps you hydrated all day long.
Poha simplicity
Poha: Light yet satisfying dish
Poha is a super easy-to-make dish of flattened rice flakes cooked with mustard seeds, turmeric powder, onions, peas, and peanuts for some added crunchiness.
It is light yet satisfying enough to kickstart your morning without feeling heavy afterwards.
This makes it a perfect choice if you want something less greasy than other traditional options available in Punjab's culinary repertoire.