Step-by-Step Instructions

1. 1.Dry Roast Oats

   Take a pan and dry roast 1 cup of oats until lightly golden and fragrant. Stir continuously to prevent burning.

2. 2.Combine Oats and Curd

   Transfer the roasted oats into a mixing bowl. Add 1 cup of whisked curd to the oats.

3. 3.Soak Oats

   Mix the oats and curd well. Let the mixture soak for 1 to 2 hours in the refrigerator to allow the oats to soften.

4. 4.Add Vegetables

   Once the oats have softened, add 1 finely chopped onion and 1 finely chopped cucumber to the bowl.

5. 5.Mix Vegetables

   Give the oats, curd, and vegetables a nice mix, ensuring all ingredients are well combined.

6. 6.Prepare Tempering (Tadka)

   Take a separate tadka pan and add 2 tablespoons of mustard oil. Heat the oil over medium heat.

7. 7.Add Spices and Curry Leaves

   Once the oil is hot, add 2 teaspoons of mustard seeds and 8-10 curry leaves. Let them crackle for about 1-2 minutes.

8. 8.Roast Peanuts

   Add 2 tablespoons of peanuts to the tadka pan and roast them for approximately 2-3 minutes, stirring continuously until they are lightly browned.

9. 9.Season Tempering

   Add salt to taste and 1/4 teaspoon of asafoetida (optional) to the tempering. Mix well.

10. 10.Combine Tempering and Lemon Juice

    Pour the prepared tempering over the Dahi Oats mixture. Squeeze the juice of 1 lemon over the mixture.

11. 11.Final Mix and Serve

    Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until everything is well combined. Your refreshing Dahi Oats are now ready to be enjoyed, especially chilled in hot weather.