For Day 2 week 4 of BM #40, here is another healthy option to pack for your picky eater. My older one instantly loved the flavors but my little one was a little hesitant to take it to school though she did try out a couple bites at home. Her diplomatic comment was, 'Amma, It is nice but I don't want it for lunch'. :)
Next time I plan to try out more 'challenging' veggies like spinach and methi!
Recipe Source - Pooja
Ingredients -
Bread Slices 4
Besan /Senaga Pindi /Chick Pea Flour 1/2 cup
Water 1/2 cup (or as needed)
Salt, Garam Masala, Red Chilli Powder, Dry Mango Powder as needed
Onions, finely chopped 3 Tbsp
Carrots, Grated 3 Tbsp
Note -
*Feel free to add any more vegetables to the mix. Spinach, finely chopped bell pepper, methi leaves, green chillies, coriander leaves etc work very well in this.
*Also for a non-vegan version try adding yogurt instead of water.
Method Of Preparation -
In a mixing bowl, add chick pea flour(besan), salt, garam masala powder, chopped/grated veggies and mix well.
Add water gradually and make a lump free batter. (More like idli batter). It should be a spreadable consistency.
Heat the tawa/griddle. On a bread slice (I made 2 triangles from one slice apply the chick pea mixture on one side of the slice and gently place it face down on a greased tawa/griddle.
Now while the underside is cooking, apply the chick pea mixture on the top side of the slice.
Flip it over when the underside is cooked to golden brown and cook the other side as well.
Remove and let it cool on a wire rack.
These go with Ketchup or any other dipping sauce preferred for a healthy lunch box! It can also be served as breakfast or even an after-school snack. My kids loved it either way!
Check out the Blogging Marathon page for the other Blogging Marathoners doing BM# 40.
Linking this to Srivalli's "Kid's Delight - Lunch Box Series" hosted by Jayanthi.
Makes 8 bread triangles
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Savoury french toast looks delicious,prefect lunch box dish.
Your little one is very smart, diplomatic answer to please amma!
Vegan french toast is nice food to pack in a lunch box.
This is a very new recipe for me. What a great idea! Must try it sometime.
Yummy French toast for lunch box!
This toast takes me back to school days when mom used to pack it for me.
Vegetarian french toast looks delicious. Never thought of packing it for lunch -- sounds like a great idea.
hahah your lil one is so cute..this sounds so good for packing!
Wonderful snack for lunch ....nice idea!
It sounds like the semolina version. I am going to try this for us adults at home. :)
Ha ha! your lo is really diplomatic. I love it though and plan to try it out.