What you need:
Aval (Rice Flakes): 250 grams
Tamraind: Lemon-sized ball
Turmeric powder: Half Tsp
Salt: To taste
Cooking oil: Four Tsp
For Seasoning:
Mustard, Urad dal, Bengal gram, Groundnuts, Asafoetida, Curry leaves, Green and red chillies
Cooking instructions:
To aval that has been cleaned with water add turmeric powder, salt and tamarind water and soak for one hour. In a pan heat oil and add all the seasoning ingredients and then add the soaked aval. Mix thoroughly and simmer for about five to ten minutes. Serve hot with chips or papad.
V. Sreedevi, who learnt this reciepe from her mother thinks it is a good way to keep in the taste while eliminating the calories from rice. The aval based recipe consumes lesser oil and time, making it ideal for a light evening tiffin or even dinner. Aval, which isn't one of the most popular cereals, can be given a makeover this way, while ensuring your family's haemoglobin levels, says Sreedevi.
V. Sreedevi is a homemaker, who likes to spend her spare time working on her art and craft work. She loves making soft toys, cushions and to also experiment with painting styles such as mural and coffee painting.