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Deciding what to make for dinner is a daily struggle. After evening tea, our minds immediately start wondering what we should have for dinner. Sometimes, we may start doing this while we are eating lunch. It’s tempting to enjoy pizza, pasta, or even Indian dishes like bhature and pav bhaji. But as much as they delight our taste buds, they fail miserably on the health front. For dinner, it is important to be mindful of what you eat, as our metabolism naturally slows down and may accumulate as fat. Health experts recommend a high-protein diet, as it helps in keeping our bodies healthy and also prevents overeating during the night. If you’re looking for some recipe inspiration, here are some delicious dishes to start with:
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Here are 5 protein-rich dinner recipes you should add to your diet:
1. The leaven of sin
Dosa is a comfort food for many and is perfect for a light dinner. The dough for this dosa is made using a mixture of two flours, i.e. ragi flour and rice flour. In addition, it also includes mustard seeds and curry leaves. Pair it with sambar and coconut chutney to enjoy its taste. Apart from being rich in protein, ragi dosa is also a suitable option for diabetics. Click here for the full recipe.
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2. Moong Dal Dhokla
In the mood for something Gujarati? Look no further than this Moong Dal Dhokla. The process of making this dhokla is not much different from regular dhokla, but it will definitely charge your dinner table with a good dose of protein. It is healthy and very easy to make, which is why you should not miss trying it. Find the full recipe here.
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3. Oats Paneer Tikki
To prepare this tikki, roasted oats, paneer and boiled potatoes are combined with an array of spices and then fried until golden brown. It offers the perfect combination of health and taste. Whether you want to prepare it for yourself or serve it to your guests at a dinner party, this protein-rich tiki is sure to be a crowd pleaser. Click here for the full recipe.
4. Sindhi Buds and Jewar Doda
Next, we bring you a protein-rich recipe from Sindhi cuisine: sprouts and jowar doda. It is somewhat similar to roti but is more nutritious, making it a healthier alternative to pair with curries and sabzi. The buds are mixed with chili, garlic and ginger to make a paste which is then combined with jowar flour to make it. Don’t forget to top the roti with a drizzle of oil. Find the full recipe here.
5. Chana Dal Kebab
Kebabs are another favorite for dinner. As the name suggests, these are prepared using chana dal and are a delicious way to add protein to your dinner. The recipe calls for deep frying them, but to make them healthier, you can lightly fry them or air fry them as well. Try making it tonight, we are sure it will be an instant hit in your family. Click here for the full recipe.
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Which of these dishes will you try first? Let us know in the comments section below.