LPG Gas Cylinder Shortage: 7 popular gas-stove dishes you can make in a microwave

The ongoing raging war in West Asia involving Iran, Israel and the United States is now beginning to affect Indian kitchens and restaurants, as disruptions in LPG supply linked to the conflict hit cities and the hospitality sector. The shortage is being reported in cities including Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Kolkata, with restaurant associations saying supplies have become irregular over the past few days. In such a crisis, it is important to keep alternatives handy and the best way is to start using microwave ovens for preparing regular meals. Here we have listed seven popular gas-stove dishes one can make in a microwave.

Soak the poha, and add onions, turmeric, green chilies, and a little oil. Combine well. Microwave for 2–3 minutes and mix. Top it with roasted peanuts and coriander leaves. Your quick and light breakfast is ready.

Heat oil or ghee in a microwave-safe bowl, and add cumin, mustard, and dry chilies. Add soaked rice, moong dal, veggies, turmeric, and water. Microwave on high for 10–12 minutes. Once done serve hot with papad and pickle.

For this, beat eggs, add chopped onions, tomatoes, salt, and spices and transfer this to a microwave-safe pan. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until cooked. Serve with toast.

Combine besan, semolina, turmeric, sugar, and salt. Add water and whisk until smooth. Add lime juice and baking soda and transfer to a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high for 3–5 minutes. Let it rest for 1–2 minutes before cutting. Add the tempering of mustard seeds, green chili, and curry leaves and enjoy.

For this, crumble paneer, add onions, tomatoes, and spices. Combine well and microwave in 2–3 minutes for a quick, protein-rich dish. Enjoy with ready-to-eat parathas or toast.

For this main course dish, heat oil in a microwave-safe bowl, and add cumin onion, and green chilli. Microwave for 2 minutes. Stir in veggies, turmeric, and garam masala. Microwave for 2 minutes. Add soaked rice along with water and cover with a microwave-safe lid. Microwave on high for 10–12 minutes. Let it rest for 5 minutes and serve hot.

Heat oil or ghee in a microwave-safe bowl, and add cumin, mustard, and dry chilies. Microwave for 30 seconds. Add onion and microwave for 2 minutes. To this, add soaked dal, water, turmeric, and a pinch of salt. Microwave on high for 10–12 minutes. Stir halfway to prevent spilling. If needed microwave for 2-3 minutes. Once done serve hot.