Ever have those moments when you’re hungry, short on time, and want something tasty… but not deep-fried or complicated?
 

Instant Sooji Toast is the answer. It’s crunchy, colourful, and packed with flavour, the kind of snack that feels satisfying without taking more than a few minutes to prepare.

This is one of those recipes that instantly upgrades your regular bread into a cafe-style toast. Mildly tangy from curd, crispy from semolina, and loaded with fresh veggies — it’s a snack you’ll want to make again and again for breakfast, tea time, or sudden evening cravings.

A Little Background

Sooji toast is a popular Indian quick-fix recipe, especially in busy homes. 

Think of it as a cross between a savoury French toast and a mini vegetable uttappam on bread. It uses ingredients you already have: semolina, curd, vegetables, bread and turns them into something flavorful and surprisingly filling.

It’s perfect for kids, bachelors, college students, or anyone who wants a wholesome snack without fuss.

Why This Sooji Toast Works So Well

This recipe is a winner for a few reasons:

• Sooji + curd forms a naturally crisp batter without any extra flour.
  
• Chopped onions, capsicum, tomatoes, and green chillies make it colorful and fresh.
  
• Curd adds mild tang and softness, balancing the crunch.
  
• Bread acts as the perfect base — white, brown, or multigrain all work well.
  
• Ghee or butter gives a golden, aromatic toast that tastes better than any café snack.
  

It’s instant, customizable, and tastes amazing with chutney or ketchup.

Ingredient Breakdown

• Sooji (Semolina) gives the batter its signature crispness.
  
• Curd softens the semolina and adds flavor.
  
• Onion + capsicum + tomato bring crunch, sweetness, and slight tang.
  
• Green chillies add heat without overwhelming.
  
• Coriander leaves brighten everything.
  
• Salt ties all the flavors together.
  
• Ghee is what gives you that beautiful golden toast on the tawa.
  

🌿 Vegan Swap: Use vegan curd and replace ghee with oil or vegan butter.

The Cooking Flow

Start by mixing the sooji and curd — this is your base. Once combined, add the chopped onion, tomato, capsicum, green chillies, and coriander. It should look like a thick, colorful batter. Let it rest for about 30 minutes so the semolina softens and absorbs the curd.

Now take a slice of bread and spread a spoonful of this mixture evenly on one side. Make sure you cover the edges so it toasts evenly.

Heat your tawa, drizzle a little ghee, and place the bread mixture-side down. You’ll hear a soft sizzle — that means it’s crisping up. Press gently so the batter sticks well. Toast on medium heat until it turns golden and crunchy, then flip and cook the other side for a short minute to warm it through.

Once nicely toasted, slice it diagonally and serve immediately. The outside stays crisp, the inside stays soft, and every bite has a mix of vegetables and aroma from the ghee.

Pro Tip💡: If you want extra crispiness, add 1–2 spoons of rice flour to the sooji mixture.

What Goes Well With Sooji Toast

This toast pairs beautifully with:

• Green chutney
  
• Mint-coriander dipping sauce
  
• Tomato ketchup
  
• Spicy garlic chutney
  
• Hot chai or filter coffee
  

How to Serve

Serve it immediately while it’s still crisp. Add a sprinkle of chaat masala if you want an extra punch.

Packing for Lunch

While it tastes best fresh, you can pack it for kids’ snack boxes. Let it cool slightly before packing to prevent sogginess.

Party or Bulk Preparation

• Chop all veggies ahead of time.
  
• Make the batter in advance and refrigerate (use within a few hours).
  
• Toast fresh when guests arrive for the best crunch.

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• Chutney Cheese Sandwich – creamy cheese and spicy green chutney layered between bread slices.
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• Corn Mayo Sandwich – creamy sweetcorn sandwich, perfect for quick breakfast or lunchbox.
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Print Recipe

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Sooji Toast (Semolina Toast)

Author: Hema Subramanian Cooking Method: Roasting, Sauteing Cuisine: Indian Courses: Breads and Accompaniments, Breakfast, Brunch, Dinner, Snacks Recipe Keys: B breakfast Gluten Free H Healthy H high fiber O One-Pot T Tasty V vegetarian

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 15 mins Cook Time 7 mins Total Time 22 mins

Servings: 3 Calories: 190

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Dietary:

H Heart-Healthy N Nut-Free V Vegetarian

Description

Instant Sooji Toast is a quick and tasty bread snack made with semolina, curd, and a mix of fresh veggies that come together to create a crisp and flavorful topping. It’s the kind of recipe you can make when you want something light but satisfying, whether it’s for breakfast, an evening snack, or even a last-minute craving. The sooji mixture softens beautifully as it rests, and once toasted on the tawa with a little ghee, it turns golden, crunchy, and delicious. This is one of those easy recipes you’ll find yourself making again and again because it’s simple, comforting, and always hits the spot.

Ingredients

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Scale

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To make sooji toast

• bread slices (as needed)
• ¹⁄₄ cup sooji (semolina)
• ¹⁄₂ cup curd (fresh)
• 1 onion (finely chopped)
• 1 tomato (finely chopped)
• ¹⁄₂ capsicum (finely chopped)
• 2 green chilli (finely chopped)
• coriander leaves (finely chopped)
• 1 tsp salt
• ghee (as needed)

Instructions

Prep Work

1. Chop vegetables

   Chop onion, tomato, capsicum, and green chilli finely

2. Chop coriander

   Chop coriander leaves and keep aside

3. Keep bread ready

   Keep bread slices ready to be spread
   

Method

1. Prepare batter

   Mix sooji with curd and let it absorb moisture to get a smooth base

   

2. Add vegetables

   Add onion, tomato, capsicum, green chilli, and coriander to the batter

3. Season batter

   Mix in salt and combine everything well

4. Rest mixture

   Let the mixture sit for 30 minutes. So that sooji becomes soft and blends with the vegetables
   

5. Spread mixture

   Take a bread slice and spread the sooji mixture evenly on one side
   

6. Heat pan

   Heat ghee on a tawa to prepare for toasting

7. Toast bread

   Place the bread on the tawa, mixture side down, and toast on medium flame.

8. Add ghee on top

   Dab some ghee on the plain side to get a crisp finish

9. Flip bread

   Gently flip after 5 minutes and toast the other side until golden for 2 more minutes.
   

10. Serve hot

    Cut diagonally and serve immediately
    

Equipment

• bowl

  

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• Pan

  

  Granite Dosa Tawa Buy Now
• Knife

  

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Nutrition Facts

Servings 3

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 192kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 7g11%

Saturated Fat 3g15%

Cholesterol 8mg3%

Sodium 310mg13%

Potassium 140mg4%

Total Carbohydrate 25g9%

Dietary Fiber 2g8%

Sugars 4g

Protein 6g12%

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Vitamin A 280 IU

Vitamin C 9 mg

Calcium 72 mg

Iron 1.4 mg

Phosphorus 110 mg

Magnesium 18 mg

Zinc 0.6 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: Sooji Toast, semolina toast, sandwich, toast

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