Estimated reading time: 6 minutes Are dalia and oats the same? It is derived from the fibrous husk of the wheat grain and is considered highly nutritious because: Dalia (broken wheat) is made from wheat. In contrast, oats are made from a cereal grain called – oats. Generally, oats are gluten-free, whereas broken wheat is not gluten-free. But both the dalia and oats are vegan and plant-based ingredients.
About Broken Wheat Porridge
Broken Wheat Porridge is called meetha dalia in Hindi, which means sweet porridge. It is a traditional Indian porridge recipe. As a kid, there were no fancy oatmeal, chia pudding, or overnight oats. The only power-packed breakfast porridge we knew back then was sweet dalia. It is a wholesome, energizing, broken wheat porridge pressure cooked in whole milk flavoured with sugar and cardamom powder. You can make this sweet dalia recipe in a stovetop pressure cooker or use the oatmeal function of an instant pot.
Ingredients You’ll Need
Broken Wheat: Use pre-roasted broken wheat (dalia) or cracked wheat. Milk: You can use either regular milk or replace it with almond milk for a nutty taste and nutritional benefits. Sweetener: Use jaggery powder brown sugar, or dates. If you plan to add sweet toppings to your porridge, skip adding sweetener while making it. Optional Ingredients: A pinch of cinnamon powder or cardamom powder gives a delicious aroma and taste to the sweet dalia.
How To Make Sweet Dalia
Pressure Cooker Method
Heat Pressure Cooker. Dry roast the broken wheat. If you are using pre-roasted dalia, then skip this step. Add water, and sugar (if adding), and stir to combine. Pressure Cook for two whistles over low heat. Release the steam manually.
Open the lid, add milk, cinnamon or cardamom powder, and stir to combine. Simmer over low heat for 5 minutes.
Sweet Dalia is ready to serve.
Instant Pot Method:
Set the SAUTE MODE of an instant pot for 2 minutes. Dry roast the broken wheat or use a teaspoon of ghee to roast the broken wheat. Add milk, sugar (if adding), cardamom, and cinnamon powder. Stir to combine. Close the lid of the IP. Use the porridge function on the instant pot and cook for 10 minutes. Or do a manual pressure cook for 5 minutes. Release the steam manually. Gently mash the porridge using a ladle. Allow it to cool down or serve warm, topped with nuts and fruits.
4 Flavors Of Sweet Dalia
Porridges are a wholesome breakfast that has stood through the passage of time and trends for a reason. Here are four flavour ideas for the sweet dalia recipe: Kesar Badam: The original ingredients behind most cherished Indian desserts are saffron and dry fruits. Top your sweet dalia with a dash of saffron strands, chopped almonds, pistachio, edible rose petals or rose syrup. Let dalia sit in the fridge overnight with these aromatics and nuts. Enjoy an Indian dessert-style breakfast porridge in the morning. Banana Chocolate: Bananas are a great addition to breakfast – they provide fibre and aid digestion. The twist of chocolate and banana makes dalia heavenly. You can use dark chocolate chips or a big Nutella or peanut butter spoonful. Fresh Fruits: Fruits are a classic way to add many vitamins to your porridge. A handful of berries or summer fruits are a great option. Cut the fruit of choice into bite-sized cubes, drizzle a dash of honey for sweetness or add a spoonful of fresh fruit compote, and a colourful, fibrous breakfast is ready! Museli Nuts: Pick your favourite cereal or muesli, and add a spoonful of the porridge tip and dried berries. Add a handful of your favourite nuts to the porridge for a crunchy, nutty meal that keeps you full until lunchtime. You can also toast the nuts before adding them for a better taste.
Storage Suggestion
This sweet dalia recipe is a meal prep-friendly breakfast dish. You can store it in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for a week. Or you can pack and store it in mason jars for travelling or an office lunchbox. It is a perfect home-cooked breakfast for busy weekdays! follow us on Youtube and Instagram for video recipes.
