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Masala Oats

These savoury masala oats with masoor dal, paneer, and vegetables make a flavourful, fibre-rich, and protein-packed Indian-style meal on a budget
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Global
Keyword: Masala oats, the broke desi kitchen, vegetables Paneer Daal Masala oats
Servings: 1 Person
Calories: 300kcal
Cost: 45

Equipment

  • 1 Pan or Frying Pan
  • 1 Ladle
  • 1 Plate

Ingredients

  • 30 g plain rolled oats
  • 25 g masoor dal red lentils
  • 40 g paneer cut into small cubes
  • 1 small tomato finely chopped
  • ¼ medium carrot finely chopped
  • ¼ medium capsicum chopped
  • ¼ medium onion finely chopped
  • 1 tsp grated ginger
  • 1 small green chilli finely chopped (optional)
  • ½ tsp cumin seeds
  • ¼ tsp turmeric powder
  • ¼ tsp red chilli powder optional
  • 1 tsp cooking oil
  • Salt to taste
  • 1½ –2 cups water as needed
  • 1 tbsp chopped coriander leaves optional