Kara To Rava- 7 Types Of Paniyaram For A Healthy And Hearty Breakfast

Breakfast- often considered one of the most important meals of the day can be a daunting task to think of and you must be bored of relishing the same old dishes like sandwiches and parathas as well. What can be a better option than savouring South Indian dishes for breakfast? Paniyaram- a traditional south Indian breakfast dish hailing straight from the heart of Tamil Nadu is widely relished but do you know that you can now try a delightful variation of South India’s very own rice balls? We have rounded up a list of 7 different types of paniyaram for a healthy and hearty breakfast.

Kuzhi PaniyaramPrepared with a rich blend of raw rice, fenugreek seeds and urad dal, kuzhi paniyaram’s batter is combined with mustard-red chilli tempering for a flavourful and hassle-free meal. For a fulfilling and delicious meal, pair fluffy paniyaram with tomato chutney, coconut chutney and sambar for a change. Kara Paniyaram

To add a slight flavour to your regular recipe of paniyaram, all you need to do is combine idli batter with ginger, curry leaves and onion. Pour the batter into the vessel and allow it to cook for 10-15 minutes or until fluffy. For a delightful taste, serve kara paniyaram with peanut or coconut chutney for a change.Also Read: Cheese PaniyaramHave leftover dosa batter but can’t relish the same old idli, dosa and vadas? Then, worry not. Prepare this delightful variation of paniyaram by adding cheese with dosa batter and curry leaves for a flavourful taste. Transfer the batter to the paniyaram maker and cook until fluffy. Kavuni Arisi Paniyaram

Prepared with the goodness of black rice, kavuni arisi paniyaram makes for a perfect breakfast meal. For someone who loves adding a hint of protein and nutrition to the breakfast menu, combine black rice with paniyaram mixture and cook as usual. Serve hot kavuni arisi paniyaram with any chutney of your choice. Rava PaniyaramAre you finding an easy breakfast recipe but bored of incorporating the same old rava dishes? Then, hang on and add semolina batter into the paniyaram mixture along with seasonal veggies and crispy tempering for a change. Cook until golden brown and crisp and serve with coconut chutney for a delightful change.Also Read: Sweet Paniyaram

This delightful variation of paniyaram sees mixed and rice and main ingredients. For a perfect breakfast, all you need to do is add jaggery and banana to the paniyaram batter and transfer the batter into the paniyaram maker. Don’t forget to add grated coconut to the batter for a delicious taste. Cook until fluffy, crisp and delicious. Thinai PaniyaramFor a healthy and nutritious breakfast option, prepare thinai paniyaram for a change. People have started incorporating the ‘poor man’s food’ aka millet into their diet due to its great nutritional profile and nothing can beat the goodness of millet. Add foxtail millet into the paniyaram mixture and toss with crispy tempering. Serve with chutney or savour as is.