Description
Vegetable Upma is a traditional South Indian breakfast dish made with semolina, fresh vegetables, and aromatic spices. This light and nutritious dish is easy to prepare and perfect for a wholesome start to your day. The semolina is dry roasted to enhance its nutty flavor and then cooked with sautéed vegetables and spices, resulting in a flavorful and comforting meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup semolina (rava)
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, beans), finely chopped
- 2 cups water
- Salt to taste
- Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Dry Roast Semolina: Heat a pan on medium flame and dry roast the semolina until it turns lightly golden and emits a nutty aroma. Stir continuously to prevent burning. Once done, transfer it to a bowl and set aside.
- Temper Spices: In the same pan, heat oil and add mustard seeds. When they start to splutter, add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds.
- Sauté Onions: Add the chopped onions to the pan and sauté until they turn translucent and soft, which helps to develop the base flavor.
- Cook Vegetables: Stir in the mixed vegetables and cook for 3-4 minutes until they become tender but still retain slight crunch.
- Add Water and Salt: Pour in 2 cups of water and add salt to taste. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil, ensuring the salt is fully dissolved.
- Add Semolina Gradually: Slowly add the roasted semolina to the boiling water, stirring constantly to avoid lumps from forming. Reduce the heat to low.
- Cook Upma: Continue to stir and cook the mixture until it thickens and becomes fluffy, which takes about 3-5 minutes. Ensure the semolina absorbs all the water and the consistency is soft but not too wet.
- Garnish and Serve: Turn off the heat and garnish with fresh coriander leaves. Serve the Vegetable Upma hot for the best taste.
Notes
- Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice before serving to enhance the flavors with a tangy touch.
- Serve with coconut chutney or pickle for a more traditional South Indian breakfast experience.
- You can use any mixed vegetables available, such as capsicum, tomatoes, or corn.
- Adjust water quantity for desired consistency; use slightly less for a drier upma or slightly more for a softer texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
