Vegetable Dalia
Vegetable Dalia is a nutritious and hearty dish made with broken wheat, vegetables, and spices. It is a wholesome meal that provides a good balance of carbohydrates, protein, and fiber. This recipe is easy to make and is perfect for kids who need a healthy and filling meal.
Ingredients
- ½ cup Potato chopped
- 1 cup Dalia broken wheat
- ½ cup Green peas
- ¼ cup Moong dal
- 1 Onion medium sized
- 1 Tomato medium sized
- pinch Ginger grated
- ½ cup Carrot chopped
- 4 cup Water
- 1 tsp Mustard seeds
- 1 tsp Cumin seeds
- 1 tbsp Oil or ghee
Instructions
- Dry roast 1 cup Dalia and 1/4 cup Moong dal separately until aromatic and golden.
- Heat 1 tbsp Oil or ghee in a pressure cooker and add 1 tsp Mustard seeds and 1 tsp Cumin seeds.
- Saute 1 Onion until translucent, then add grated ginger and cook further.
- Add tomatoes and cook until mushy. Add chopped vegetables and cook briefly.
- Rinse dalia and moong dal, then add them to the pressure cooker with water.
- Cook for 4-5 whistles until dalia is fully cooked. Adjust consistency if needed.
- Vegetable Dalia is ready to be served.
Notes
Health Benefits:
Broken wheat (dalia) is a good source of dietary fiber, which aids digestion and helps maintain a healthy digestive system.
Moong dal provides protein and essential amino acids, promoting growth and repair of body tissues.
Vegetables like potatoes, peas, and carrots are rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that support overall health and immunity.
The use of spices like mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and ginger adds flavor to the dish and offers various health benefits, including improved digestion and anti-inflammatory properties.
