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Vegetable Upma

A savory and healthy South Indian breakfast dish made with semolina and mixed vegetables. This upma is a flavorful and nutritious way to start your day.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Breakfast, Side Dish
Cuisine: Indian, South Indian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup semolina (rava/sooji) Dry roasted
Tempering
  • 2 tablespoons oil Any cooking oil
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • 1 teaspoon urad dal (split black lentils)
  • 1 teaspoon chana dal (split chickpeas)
  • 1/2 teaspoon asafoetida (hing)
Vegetables & Flavorings
  • 1 green chili, chopped Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 inch ginger, grated
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, beans)
  • 2 cups water
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro (coriander leaves) For garnish
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional) For garnish

Method
 

  1. Dry roast semolina until golden. Set aside.
  2. Heat oil, add mustard seeds, let splutter.
  3. Add urad dal and chana dal. Fry until golden.
  4. Add asafoetida, green chili, and ginger. Saute briefly.
  5. Add onion, saute until translucent.
  6. Add mixed vegetables, saute 2-3 minutes.
  7. Add water and salt. Bring to a boil.
  8. Slowly add semolina, stirring to avoid lumps.
  9. Cook on low heat until water is absorbed and upma is cooked.
  10. Garnish with cilantro and lemon juice (optional).
  11. Serve hot.

Notes

Adjust the amount of green chilies to your spice preference. Roasting the semolina well is key to a non-sticky upma.