Upma is a basic South Indian recipe made with semolina, spices, vegetables, and herbs. While most of the Indian breakfast takes a considerable amount of time to cook, Upma tops the list of easy and quick recipes. Upma not only being an instant breakfast, but it is also the healthiest. It is full of nutrients and goodness. If you are starting your culinary journey or you're a bachelor, then this recipe is a boon for you.
Traditionally upma is made with coarse ground wheat, also known as Kesari rava, rava, or semolina. In this article, we will share an appetizing instant healthy upma recipe ideal for your breakfast and light meals by using Bansi Rava. Bansi Rava is a leading product of Golden Bansi - durum wheat semolina supplier.
INGREDIENTS:
· Bansi rava - 1cup
· Water - 3cups
· Edible vegetable oil - 2tbsp
· Mustard seeds - 1/2tbsp
· Split black lentils (urad dal) - 1/2tbsp
· Curry leaves - 4
· Chilies (slit) - 2 or 3 ( according to your spice resistance)
· Finely chopped onions - 1/4cup
· Vegetables( beans, carrots, etc) - 1/4 cup
· Cilantro - 2tbsp(finely chopped)
· Salt - according to your taste
· Any nuts of your choice ( peanuts, cashews) -2tbsp
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Dry roast bansi rava in a heavy-bottomed pan till it turns golden brown and releases a pleasant aroma.
2. Remove the roasted bansi rava to a plate and add oil to the same pan and fry mustard seeds and split black lentils.
3. Now, add curry leaves, split chilies to the pan, and saute for a few minutes on a medium flame.
4. Add chopped onions and fry till they turn golden brown, now add the vegetables you like and saute for about 3 mins. You can always skip vegetables if you want.
5. To that pan, add roasted bansi rava, water, salt, and mix well. Now, let it cook for about 13 mins on a medium-low flame by covering the pan with a lid.
6. Fry any nuts you want to add in your upma and add them 3 mins before you plate the upma for extra crunch.
7. Later, garnish upma with a dash of cilantro and enjoy your nutritious, yummy breakfast.
Everyone has their way of serving upma. It is mostly served with
· Peanut podi
· Idli podi
· Coconut chutney
Pickle
Shree Kailash Grain Mills being the prominent durum wheat semolina supplier produces the finest quality Kesari rava, rava, semolina under the premium brand “Golden Bansi” to enrich the nutrients and taste of your instant healthy upma.