Start your ay the desi way

Tired of the same old bread butter, oats and cornflakes? Here are six healthy Indian breakfast options that are filling as well as easy to make

HOW TO MAKE:
In 1 cup bajre ka aata, mix 1 finely chopped onion, green chillies and a bunch of coriander leaves.
For flavours, add 1 tsp each of grounded black pepper, chat masala and ajwain.
Add about 1 cup of water to make a smooth batter.
In a non-stick frying pan, put 2 tsp soya, canola, sesame or peanut oil and spread 1 serving spoonful of batter over it.
Grate paneer and cover it with lid, and cook it on a low flame for 1 minute.
Remove lid, saute it and sprinkle some more oil on the sides. Cook for some time. Remove once crisp and serve with sauce or chutney.

NUTRITIONAL VALUE:
While bajra is a good source of complex carbohydrates, cottage cheese will fulfill your protein needs. Tossing up the cheelas in a non-stick pan will help absorb the oil. Soya, canola and peanut oil are all heart-healthy.