Dalia (oatmeal) is one such ingredient that everyone loves to have in their kitchen. It is light, highly nutritious and makes for a nutritious meal. Rich in iron, fiber and antioxidants, oatmeal is great for your immune system and perfect for fitness lovers everywhere. Whether you’re looking to lose some extra weight or just enjoy a comforting treat, oatmeal is perfect for you. You can make it savory with dal and vegetables or sweeten it with milk. But here’s the thing – making the perfect sweet oatmeal can be difficult. Many of us have a bowl that is too thin, lumpy or not creamy enough. If you’ve faced this struggle, don’t worry! With these five easy tips, your sweet oatmeal will hit the spot every time.
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Here are tips for making sweet porridge that always remain relevant:
1. Fry oatmeal like a pro
The secret of making porridge delicious lies in frying it well before cooking. Take required amount of oatmeal in a pan and fry it until it gives off a nutty aroma. Want to enhance the taste? Add some ghee while frying. Trust us, this simple step makes a world of difference in taste.
2. Bring out the pressure cooker
Making porridge in an open pan? This is where a mistake can occur. Porridge needs to be cooked evenly, and the pressure cooker is your best friend for this. By cooking it in a pressure cooker, it becomes completely soft and also saves a lot of your time.
3. Measure that water
It is important to get the water-porridge ratio right. Too much water? When the whistle blows, it will fall out of the pressure cooker. Add enough water to cook the porridge and reduce the flame after two whistles. Let it cook a little before turning off the flame.
4. Milk at the right time
Here’s a pro tip: Don’t pour cold milk straight from the fridge into your oatmeal. When the pressure in the cooker releases, stir the porridge and add lukewarm milk. Turn on the gas again and let it mix smoothly. Cold milk slows down the cooking process and can mess with the texture.
5. Make it sweet and creamy
Once the milk is mixed, boil the porridge. Now add sugar as per your taste and let it cook on low flame. This step gives your oatmeal a creamy, rich texture. I’m liking it? Add some finely chopped almonds or cashews for an extra dose of flavor and nutrition.
And there you have it – perfect sweet porridge every time! Be it for breakfast, a post-workout meal, or a light dinner, this recipe will never let you down. So, try these tips the next time you’re making sweet porridge and watch your family ask for seconds.
