Upma (savory semolina porridge)
Upma is a delicious, nutritious, vegetarian, and vegan breakfast that can be made in 20 minutes.
Servings Prep Time
4people 5minutes
Cook Time
15minutes
Servings Prep Time
4people 5minutes
Cook Time
15minutes
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Heat a pan on medium high heat and then add the semolina.
  2. Dry roast the semolina for 4-5 minutes, the semolina should not get brown, but you know it’s done when it begins to give aroma.
  3. Remove semolina into a bowl and keep aside.
  4. Heat oil in the same pan and then add the mustard seeds. Once the seeds begin to crackle, add the Chana dal, curry leaves, and green chilies. Sauté on medium heat for a minute or two. Add the chopped onions, sauté for 2 minutes or till the onions become translucent. Add the carrots and peas, sauté for a minute. Add a pinch of salt and give it a good stir.
  5. Add the toasted semolina to the pan and give it a good stir to coat the semolina with the spices. The mixture will resemble wet sand. Add salt to taste and give it a good stir.
  6. Turn the heat to low, gently add the hot water and stir vigorously. The semolina will begin to absorb the water and bubble. Stirring continuously, allow the upma to cook for 2-3 minutes. Turn off the heat, add the lemon juice and give it a good stir. The upma should still be slightly runny, garnish with coriander and serve immediately.
Recipe Notes

Notes: You can add any vegetables you like to upma. Sometimes I like to eat my upma plain, it all depends on your preference.