Rava Upma / Semolina Upma / Easy Breakfast

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Gayatri (@rene121)

Rava Upma is a simple and filling South Indian breakfast or dinner recipe made with semolina.

Prep Time
10min
Cook Time
20min
Total Time
30min
Rava Upma / Semolina Upma / Easy Breakfast recipe

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = 1 bowl)

Main Ingredients

  • 1cup
    Rava (semolina)
  • 2cup
    Water
  • 3tbsp
    Ghee
  • 1piece
    Onion
  • 1piece
    Carrot
  • 1in
    Ginger
  • 1piece
    Green chilli
  • 1tbsp
    Roasted chana
  • 1/2tsp
    Mustard seed
  • 1sprig
    Curry leaves
  • 1/2tsp
    Sugar
  • Salt to taste

How to make Rava Upma / Semolina Upma / Easy Breakfast

Preparation

  1. Dry roast the rava for 3-4 minutes on low to medium flame. Set aside.

Cooking

  1. Heat a pan and add 2 tbsp ghee.

  2. Add mustard seeds. When they pop, add roasted chana.

  3. Sauté until the roasted chana slightly changes color.

  4. Add chopped ginger and green chilli. Sauté for 30 seconds.

  5. Add sliced onion and carrot pieces. Sauté until the onion becomes transparent.

  6. Add curry leaves and water.

  7. Add salt and sugar. Let it boil.

  8. Slowly add roasted rava, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.

  9. When the water is completely absorbed, turn off the flame.

  10. Add the remaining 1 tbsp ghee and mix well.

  11. Close the lid for 2 minutes before serving.

Tips & Tricks

  1. Ensure to stir continuously while adding rava to prevent lumps.

  2. Adjust the number of green chillies according to your spice preference.

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Gayatri

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