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Homemade Talbina Mix

Homemade Talbina Mix
  • -Hari elaichi (Green cardamom) 9-10
  • -Darchini (Cinnamon sticks) 2-3
  • -Jau ka dalia (Barley porridge) broken 1 kg
  • -Doodh (Milk) 2 Cups
  • -Darchini powder (Cinnamon powder)
  • -Honey
  • -Khajoor (Dates) chopped
  • -Badam (Almonds) chopped
  • -Water 2 Cups
  • -Himalayan pink salt to taste
  • -Cooked chicken 2-3 tbs
  • -Hara dhania (Fresh coriander) chopped

-In a wok,add green cardamom,cinnamon sticks & sauté for a minute. Add barley porridge,mix well & dry roast on low flame for 12-15 minutes. Let it cool. In a grinder,add roasted barley & grind well to make fine powder then sift through mesh strainer. Can be stored in an airtight jar for up to 3 months (yield: 1 kg). Method to Prepare: Dissolve or cook 2 tbs of Homemade Talbina mix in 1 Cup of milk/water. Option # 1: How to make Sweet Talbina with Homemade Talbina Mix: In a saucepae,add milk,homemade Talbina mix 4 tbs & whisk well. Turn on the flame & cook on low flame until it thickens (6-8 minutes). In a serving bowl,ad prepared talbina,sprinkle cinnamon powder & garnish with honey,dates & almonds. Serves 2-3 Option # 2: How to make Savoury Talbina with Homemade Talbina Mix: In a saucepan,add water,4 tbs of prepared talbina mix & whisk well. Turn on the flame,add pink salt,mix well & cook on medium flame until it thickens (6-8 minutes). Take out in a serving bowl. Add cooked chicken,fresh coriander & serve! Serves 2 For Sweet Talbina: Top it up with dates,dry fruits & honey. For Savoury Talbina: Top it up with chicken or vebetables or lentils & herbs.