Handy Chef
Deepali Verma
Updated:Jun 22, 2024
ShareIncorporating gluten-free dishes into your meals will help you savour a homemade, healthful food every day.
Poha is a traditional Indian breakfast made from flattened rice, which is naturally gluten-free. This dish is light, yet filling, and can be prepared quickly, making it an ideal start to the day. To make Poha, the flattened rice is rinsed and then cooked with a mix of mustard seeds, curry leaves, turmeric, onions, and green chilies. Adding peas, potatoes, and peanuts not only enhances the flavour but also boosts the nutritional value. A squeeze of lemon juice and a sprinkle of fresh coriander give it a refreshing finish. This dish is particularly popular in Maharashtra but loved throughout the country.
Mid-Morning Snack: Besan Chilla
For a mid-morning snack, Besan Chilla is a fantastic choice. Besan, or gram flour, is made from ground chickpeas and is naturally gluten-free. Besan Chilla is a savoury pancake that can be whipped up in minutes. The batter is prepared by mixing besan with water, finely chopped onions, tomatoes, green chilies, coriander leaves, and spices like cumin and turmeric. Cooked on a tawa until golden brown, these pancakes are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. They are not only delicious but also high in protein, making them a perfect snack to keep you going until lunch.
Rajma Chawal, a popular North Indian dish, makes for a hearty and fulfilling gluten-free lunch. This dish consists of rajma (kidney beans) cooked in a rich, spiced tomato gravy, served with steamed rice. The kidney beans are soaked overnight, then cooked until tender, and simmered in a gravy made with onions, tomatoes, ginger, garlic, and a blend of aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and garam masala. Served with plain steamed rice, Rajma Chawal is not only a complete meal but also provides a good source of protein and fiber.
Afternoon Snack: Dhokla
Dinner: Baingan Bharta with Jowar Roti
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