Quick Indian Breakfast Recipes

For a perfect delicious start to the day, find the best Indian Breakfast Recipes here that are made with fresh ingredients in easy steps.

Being an Indian and a foodie is a perfect match. I have tried several cuisines and yet I yearn for Indian food. From amazing snacks- pao bhaji, onion pakoda to south indian upma, uttapam and the chutneys- tomato, onion, coriander, the whole breakfast is made from scratch and is so filling!

Imagine an Indian breakfast with upma, poori chole, bathua paratha with curd, moong dal chilla with dhaniya chutney, and lassi- Isn't it so addictive that you want to dig in right away?

The best thing about this collection is the use of fresh ingredients like grains, lentils, and fresh vegetables.

They are easy to make and are perfect for a quick breakfast you need to start your day with!

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What does Indian Breakfast typically include?

Indian Breakfast varies depending upon the region you belong to. North Indians prefer Moong dal chilla, aloo poori, chole bhature or kachori with aloo as the breakfast. South Indians love Upma, Idli, Dosa with spicy tomato chutney and coconut chutney.

Gujrati love Thepla, Dhokla and Maharashtrian love Poha, Vada Pao. One thing which is common is Chai! Most Indian love a combination of their breakfast with tea. Since I am North Indian, most of the collection is inspired by the same. A few include South Indian dishes too.

30+ Best Indian Breakfast Recipes

Moong Dal Chilla

Moong Dal Chilla (Savory Lentil Pancakes)

Moong dal Chilla, a beloved Indian breakfast dish, is a savory pancake made from yellow moong dal and Indian spices. Bursting with flavor and nutrition, it's a perfect recipe for busy people!

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Onion Pakora / Bhaji

Onion Pakora Recipe - Crispy Indian Onion Fritters

These deep-fried Onion pakoras or Onion Bhaji are one of the popular Indian tea-time snacks that go well with homemade Green Chutney! Light and crisp, each bite of these incredibly delicious onion pakoda is indulgent.

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Hara Bhara Kabab With Paneer

Aloo Paneer Hare Kabab (Fried) Recipe

Hare Kababs - Aloo, Paneer, Spinach and bread crumbs combined to make fried easy snacks served with Dhaniya Chutney and Mayonnaise.

Bathua Paratha

Bathua Paratha Recipe- Indian Flatbread

Bathua Paratha is one of the most popular parathas (flat-breads) of Indian cuisine. I believe we all wait for winters to show as we get amazing choices of greens to include in our daily meals.

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Podi Dosa

Podi Dosa Recipe

Crispy podi dosa made with homemade spicy idli podi and sesame oil — a quick, flavorful South Indian breakfast you’ll love!

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Moong Dal Uttapam

Green Moong Dal Uttapam (Mung Bean Pancake)

Green Moong Dal Uttapam, or Mung Bean Pancake, is a delicious and nutritious Indian dish. It's made from soaked and ground green moong dal (split mung beans) and spices. A perfect way to start your day with a high-protein breakfast!

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Methi Paratha

Methi Paratha Recipe

Methi Paratha is a flatbread made by kneading whole wheat flour with chopped fresh methi leaves, ajwain, red chili powder, amchur, green chili, garam masala, and salt. Pairs well with curd, achar, or any simple sabzi for a perfect breakfast or lunch.

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Quinoa Upma

Quinoa Upma

Savory, spicy, and full of flavor — this Quinoa Upma recipe is a quick and gluten-free twist on the traditional South Indian breakfast. Packed with seasonal fresh veggies, it is a hearty breakfast!

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Aloo Sandwich

Potato Sandwich- Indian Aloo Sandwich

Potato Sandwich, made in an Indian style- an Aloo sandwich with crunchy red onions and basic spices. Team it with coriander chutney or tomato ketchup for a quick breakfast!

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Bread Besan Toast

Bread Besan Toast

Bread Besan Toast is a popular Indian breakfast dish, made with besan batter (gram flour) and fresh bread slices- a simple yet crispy and amazingly delicious breakfast on the go!

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Bread Rolls Recipe

Bread Rolls Recipe- Indian Potato Croquettes

These Indian-styled Stuffed Bread Rolls, crispy and browned from outside, savory and spicy with potato stuffing, are a perfect way to indulge in filling breakfast!

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Bread Pakora Recipe-Bread Pakoda

A popular street food from Indian cuisine, Bread Pakora, made by deep frying bread slices dipped in besan flour, is an amazing breakfast or an evening snack for a perfect monsoon day!

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Easy Ragi Roti Recipe

This Ragi Roti, also known as Nachni Roti, is made with ragi (finger millet) flour and Indian spices. It’s easy to prepare and pairs well with curd, banana poriyal or any curry for a wholesome start to your day!

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South Indian Upma Recipe

South Indian Upma Recipe With Tomato

Try this South Indian Upma with Tomato that can be quickly made and tickles your taste buds! This Upma Recipe is super easy and every bite of it is indulging and bold in savory flavors of desi ghee, Curry leaves.

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Paneer Roll

A must-try crispy and homemade Paneer Roll is a whole wheat flat bread / paratha wrapped up with hummus, paneer, onion, tomato and garlic sauce. This tastes similar to the traditional Indian Kathi roll except that this recipe is vegetarian.

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Chutney Sandwich Recipe- Indian Style

A chutney sandwich is a simple yet delicious cold sandwich full of tangy, sweet, spicy flavors from the two chutneys used to make it- Green Cilantro-Mint Chutney and Tomato Ketchup. With just 3 main ingredients, this recipe is a perfect appetizer for any day.

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Pav Bhaji Recipe

Pav bhaji is a famous street food of Mumbai and is a simple recipe made by boiling veggies like potato, cauliflower, peas and carrot and mashing them together and tastes amazing with the flavour of butter.

Poha Recipe

Poha or Kanda Poha is a quick Indian breakfast dish made with flattened rice. It's perfect for busy mornings when you need something filling yet easy to prepare!

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Poori Recipe- Indian Puffed Bread

Made with just 3 main ingredients, this Poori Recipe is perfected over the years and is an authentic Indian unleavened bread. Team it with Aloo Subji or Chickpea Curry for a hearty Indian Meal!

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Indian Dips/ Sides

Beetroot Raita Recipe {Indian Yogurt Beet Dip}

Try this flavorful, vibrant and refreshing Beetroot yogurt Dip recipe that combines the earthy flavors of beetroot with the yogurt, in typical Indian style, traditionally called Indian Beet Raita!

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Bathua Raita | Bathua Curd Dip

This humble green Bathua Raita made with freshly sorted and boiled Bathua leaves is rich in savory flavors is a perfect side dish with Indian Roti!

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Cilantro Mint Chutney (Indian Green Dip)

Cilantro Mint Chutney is a popular Indian green dipping sauce that uses fresh cilantro, mint leaves, and green chilies. A perfect dip served with Indian snacks like onion fritters, samosa, or bread pakora!

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Amla Chutney Recipe- Indian Gooseberry Chutney

Amla Onion Chutney is a tangy and flavorful Indian dip made with raw and fresh Indian gooseberry, onion and garlic. Easy to make, this spicy green dip pairs well with snacks and meals.

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Easy Indian Onion Chutney Recipe (No-Cook Dip For Poppadoms)

Made with crunchy chopped red onions, this recipe of Indian Onion Chutney is a no-cook recipe that gathers quickly- A perfect accompaniment dip for poppadoms!

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Onion Tomato Chutney Recipe Without Coconut-Indian Dip

Tomato Garlic Chutney is a quick recipe of tomatoes roasted in pan/kadai with garlic and whole red chilly, that goes well with dosa, idli, rice and even parathas.

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Raw Mango Chutney- 2 ways

Make Raw Mango Chutney at home with simple spices. Sweet, tangy, and ready in minutes. Perfect side with Indian meals.

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Amla Achar Recipe

Amla Achar Recipe- Indian Gooseberry Pickle

This Amla Pickle recipe is flavored with Indian spices- dried red chilies, fenugreek seeds, Fennel seeds and Turmeric and is super easy recipe that helps you create a Instant Amla Achar.

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Sweet Lime Pickle Recipe | How to make Lemon Pickle

Lemon or Lime Pickle or Nimbu ka Achar (as we call it) is an easy khatta meetha achar recipe that is a popular Indian condiment and goes well with several Indian dishes- poori, paratha or jeera rice.

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Pickled Garlic and Green Chili

Garlic green chilli pickle is an easy 10 min recipe and is made in mustard oil and spices like Mustard seeds (Black sarson), Fennel seeds (Saunf), Fenugreek seeds (Methre) and Jeera.

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Indian Drinks/ Juice/ Soups

Indian Ginger Tea Recipe

Ginger Tea Recipe- 2 ways (Acid Reflux and Cold)

This warm and cozy Ginger Tea, made with fresh root of gingers, is a traditional refreshing drink that helps you have a bright start to your day! If you are looking for a natural remedy for acid reflux or heartburn, this recipe of Ginger tea made in two ways, is surely your best option!

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Traditional Tulsi Kadha Recipe

Tulsi Ka Kadha is a traditional Indian drink and is my dad's secret recipe that saved us from sore throats and colds throughout our childhood. This rich aroma decoction drink is consumed like tea and is made using pious Tulsi leaves. Flavored with Indian spices -ginger powder, black pepper, cinnamon, and Munakka (raisins), this Kadha is simmered to assimilate the flavors together.

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Lemon Coriander Soup Recipe

Lemon Coriander Soup is a blend of vegetables like onion and carrot simmered slowly in a freshly made vegetable stock flavored with garlic, coriander and lemon juice.

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Quick Garlic Ginger Soup Recipe With Tomato

Ginger Garlic Soup is a winter soup made using loads of ginger and garlic simmered in a tomato gravy and teamed up with bread. This just 3-main ingredients, this garlic soup gathers in 10 minutes!!

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Fresh Amla Juice Recipe

Amla juice is a tangy drink made from fresh Indian Gooseberries. These small fruits add a unique, refreshing flavor to the drink.

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Beet Carrot Ginger Juice Recipe With Juicer

This simple and vibrant-looking Carrot Beet Ginger Juice is a blend of red carrots, fresh ginger root, and red beets flavored with fresh mint leaves. And all that sweetness in the freshly pressed juice without any added sugar! 

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