By Ujjainee Roy
March 5, 2024
Though Bengali cuisine is known for its rich flavors and bold spices, if you're watching your calorie intake, you might explore traditional and contemporary Bengali breakfasts. There are plenty of low-calorie Bengali breakfast options which can fit into your diet and satisfy your taste buds. Let's find out.
A smart take on poha, this number has a healthy dose of vegetables, and spices. This low-calorie option is packed with fibre and nutrients, making it both filling and nutritious. By using minimal oil and adding plenty of vegetables like carrots, peas, and bell peppers, you can create a hearty and satisfying meal.
Opting for whole wheat flour and using minimal oil for cooking can reduce the calorie content while providing essential nutrients and fibre. Plus the peas, make this Bengali staple a true winner.
Chholar Dal is ussually paired with fluffy luchis, but you can easily pair this protein-rich, low-cal dal with some whole grain chapati. You can even stick to the original recipe and add some coconut to boost its benefits.
Another simple number which is typically paired with luchi, this curry is named after its colour, Since it has minimal masalas, it's almost white-ish; you can recreate this recipe with sweet potatoes if you want a lower calorie count.
If you love ghugni but wish it was greener, you can simply make a ghugni with some peas. in fact, you can include peas and chana in a 50/50 ratio for a balanced profile.
The Bengali-style upma is usually more savoury than a regular upma and includes more veggies. Made from ssooji cooked with vegetables like carrots, peas, and beans, vegetable upma is light, flavorful, and easy to digest.
If you love masala oats, you'll love the spicier version of the recipe which essentially puts a more flavourful spin on masala oats. Squeeze some lime juice and some coriander over it.