Bhagar Recipe with Rice | Easy Vegetarian Dish — Simple Breakfast You Can Make Today

A celebrated classic from the Maharashtra culinary tradition, this recipe has been enjoyed by generations of home cooks across India. Start your morning right with a nutritious, energy-boosting breakfast that keeps you going until lunch.

Whether you're a seasoned home chef or a curious beginner, this Bhagar recipe is designed to deliver restaurant-quality results in your own kitchen. The step-by-step video above walks you through every technique — from preparation to plating — so you can cook with confidence.

The recipe uses 3 key ingredients including sama rice, peanuts, ghee. Each serving contains approximately 280 calories, with 8g of protein — making it a guilt-free addition to your diet.

Did you know? A fasting food where sama (barnyard millet) replaces rice. Tempered with cumin and peanuts. Often served with yogurt. The dish is gluten-free and nutritious. Some versions add potatoes. Popular during Navratri. The millet is light yet filling. Peanuts add protein and crunch. The tempering is done in ghee for aroma. A Maharashtrian specialty. The texture should be fluffy, not mushy. Best eaten warm with lemon wedges.