Move over cutting chai and
bhutta...
... there's more to comfort food during monsoons
While, we all have been complaining about the
inconvenience caused by heavy rains, there's no denying that we love the Mumbai
monsoons.As you sit by your window after a hectic day at work, savour some of
these scrumptious comfort foods.
HOT CHOCOLATE
To sip on a streetside cuppa cutting chai, you
will have to drag yourself out of the comfort of your home. Skip all that
effort and simply reach out to your refrigerator. Heat up a cup of milk and add
i your favourite cocoa or chocolate syrup to it and indulge in this hot and
easy f to-make drink. Your woes about the rain are sure to disappear for a
while, and we can vouch for it!
MOMOS
Steamed and served hot, this north-east
speciality is made with both veg and non-veg fillings. A steamy plate of momos,
with a spicy sauce made from garlic and tomatoes, can make for an amazing
evening snack.
KHICHDI
A simple, healthy and wholesome dish, khichdi is
not just a quick meal option, but when served hot on a cold rainy night with
some pickle and papad, makes for an awesome delicacy . To make it more
interesting, try adding veggies like cauliflower, potatoes, peas, pumpkin,
beans, etc. and top it with a blob of desi ghee.
GAJAR KA HALWA
How can we miss a dessert in this list? A rich
sweet dish made with grated carrots, loads of dry fruits and condensed milk or
mawa, it is one of the most delectable savouries for monsoons. The best part
about this halwa is that it can be served hot during this weather and cold in
summers.
SOUP
What better than a simmering bowl of soup to
restore your soul and keep you warm this season! Be it tomato, chicken or
mushroom -a few sips of this warm appetiser is all you need to soothe your
senses while you wonder how to commute to work the next morning, as it pours
cats and dogs outside.
SIZZLERS
Since sizzlers are served on a hot plate with
meatfish, veggies and rice, they are the latest to join the list of comfort
foods. A rainy night, an open balcony and a plate of sizzlers is all you need
to spice your meal time!
RASAM
A south-Indian speciality, rasam makes for a
delicious comfort food item this season. What makes it apt for the weather, are
the spices like pepper, ginger, chilli, etc. that help you get rid of seasonal
illnesses like cold and cough. Drinking piping-hot rasam will have a soothing
effect on your throat.
MOONG BHAJIYAS
While we all have our favourites when it comes
to pakodas, some enjoy eating the ones with onions, and others prefer potato or
palak. However, if you want to really savour pakodas during monsoons, moong
bhajiyas are the apt choice. This crunchy snack made from ground pulses should
be served hot with a spicy mint chutney .
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Srishti Shinde
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TOI27JUN15
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