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Cooling Summer Barley Porridge Recipe – High Protein & Fiber

Cooling Barley Porridge Recipe | Summer Special High Protein Daliya

Barley Porridge Recipe 

This healthy barley porridge (jau ka daliya) is perfect for summer. It cools the body, supports digestion, and strengthens bones. Packed with protein, fiber, magnesium, and healthy fats, this recipe is great for both kids and adults.

Ingredients:

  • 200 gm Barley Daliya (Jau Daliya)
  • 20 Almonds (soaked and peeled)
  • 2 tbsp Poppy Seeds (Khus Khus)
  • 1 cup Makhana (Fox Nuts)
  • 100 gm Mishri (Rock Sugar) or as per taste
  • 2 tbsp Desi Ghee
  • 1 tsp Green Cardamom Powder
  • 2 Cinnamon Sticks
  • 3 cups Water
  • 3 cups Low Fat Milk (boiled, malai removed)
  • 1/2 cup Grated Fresh or Dry Coconut

Instructions:

1. Soak Almonds and Poppy Seeds

Soak 20 almonds and 2 tbsp poppy seeds in water for at least 6–8 hours. After soaking, peel the almonds.

Soaking Almond and Poppy Seeds 

2. Prepare Barley Daliya

Take 1 cup barley daliya. Wash it well 2–3 times to remove dust. Soak it for 10 minutes in water to soften it for faster cooking.

Barley Daliya 

3. Make Almond-Poppy Paste

Add soaked almonds and poppy seeds to a grinder. Use minimal water and grind to a fine paste.

Almond and Poppy Paste  

4. Roast Barley Daliya

In a pressure cooker, heat 2 tbsp ghee. Drain water from soaked daliya and add it to the ghee. Roast for 1–2 minutes till it changes color slightly.


5. Pressure Cook the Daliya

Add 3 cups water to the roasted daliya. Mix well and close the lid. Cook on medium flame for 2–3 whistles. Let the pressure release naturally.

6. Add Milk, Coconut & Paste

Once the pressure is released, open the lid. Add 3 cups boiled low-fat milk, grated coconut, and almond-poppy paste. Add cinnamon sticks. Mix well and cook for 2–3 minutes.

Adding Ingredients 

7. Sweeten the Porridge

Add 100 gm mishri (rock sugar) or adjust to taste. Let it melt and mix well. If desired, honey or jaggery can be added once it cools slightly.

Add 100 gm Mishri 

8. Add Flavor with Cardamom

Add 1 tsp green cardamom powder or freshly crushed 4–5 green cardamoms. Mix well.

9. Roast and Add Makhana

In a separate pan, heat 1 tsp ghee and roast 1 cup makhana on medium flame for 2–3 minutes until crisp. Add roasted makhana to the porridge and mix.

Adding Makhana and Rose petals 

Serving Suggestions:

You can serve this barley porridge warm or at room temperature for breakfast or lunch. It’s especially beneficial in summer due to its cooling effect.

Health Benefits:

  • Helps reduce liver and body heat
  • Rich in protein, fiber, calcium, and magnesium
  • Improves digestion and bone health
  • Great for kids, adults, and elderly

Tip: Garnish with rose petals for a fresh aroma and soothing effect.

Healthy Barley Porridge Recipe 


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