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Tasty Upma with Spoon

Upma Recipe: A flavorful & Healthy meal from south Indian Cuisine

Wholesome semolina cooked with spices, veggies, and love - a comforting South Indian breakfast delight
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: Rawa Upma, Semolina upma
Servings: 4
Author: Chef Yogi

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Semolina rawa
  • 1 tbsp Ghee
  • 1 Tsp Mustard seeds
  • 1/2 Tsp Urad Dal De skined split black lentils
  • 1/2 Tsp Chana Dal Gram lentil
  • 1 Tbsp Cashew nuts
  • 1 Medium Red Onion chopped.
  • 1 Small Green Chilli chopped.
  • 1 Sprig of Curry leaf
  • 1/4 Cup Small Diced Carrot
  • 1/4 Cup Green Peas
  • 1/2 Inch piece of Ginger chopped.
  • 1 Tsp Table Salt
  • 1/2 Tsp Sugar
  • 1 1/2 Cups Water
  • 1/4 Cup Milk
  • 3-4 Sprigs Chopped Coriander leaves

Instructions

  • Roast Semolina: Place a thick-bottomed pan on medium heat. Add semolina to the pan and roast it until a nice, cooked aroma emanates. This step enhances the flavor of the upma.
    Roasting Semolina
  • Heat ghee in the same pan
    Ghee sizzling in pan.
  • Tempering: .Add mustard seeds and let them crackle. Then, add urad dal and chana dal. Fry until they turn golden brown. Next, add cashew nuts and sauté until they are lightly browned and fragrant.
    Roasting Semolina
  • Sauté Aromatics: Add chopped onions and green chillies to the pan.
    Sautéing Aromatics
  • Add Curry leaves, and Sauté until the onions turn translucent and soft. This adds a delightful aroma and flavor to the upma.
    Savory Curry Leaves Sauté
  • Incorporate Veggies: Toss in the chopped carrots, ginger, and green peas. Stir well to combine.
    Veggie Rava Upma
  • Season with salt and sugar to enhance the taste of the vegetables.
    Flavorful Vegetable Upma
  • Add Liquids: Pour in the water and milk into the pan. Bringing this mixture to a boil infuses the upma with a creamy texture from the milk.
    Upma Cooking Scene
  • Combine with Semolina: Gradually add the roasted semolina into the pan while stirring quickly to prevent any lumps from forming. Ensure that the semolina is evenly mixed with the liquid and vegetables.
    Cooking semolina in pan
  • Cook: Cover the pan and reduce the heat to low. Allow the upma to cook for a couple of minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
    Flavorful Rava Upma
  • Steam: After cooking, keep the lid on and let the upma sit for a few minutes. This allows the semolina to absorb any excess moisture and become fluffy.
    Fluffy Rava Upma
  • Serve: Remove the lid add fresh chopped coriander leaves, give the upma a good mix, and serve it hot. For an authentic touch, serve on banana leaves to enhance the presentation and aroma of the dish.
    Hot, aromatic Rava Upma on banana leaf.
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