HEALTHY INDIAN BREAKFAST RECIPE

Healthy Indian Breakfast Recipe: Vegetable Upma Ingredients: 1 cup semolina (rava/sooji) 2 tablespoons ghee or oil 1 teaspoon mustard seeds 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 1 small onion, finely chopped 1-2 green chillies, finely chopped 1/2 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, beans, etc.), finely chopped 2 1/2 cups water Salt to taste A handful of fresh coriander leaves, chopped Juice of half a lemon Optional: Add a handful of roasted cashews for extra crunch. Instructions: Dry Roast the Semolina: In a pan, dry roast the semolina on medium heat until it turns light golden and aromatic. Set aside. Prepare the Tempering: Heat ghee or oil in a pan. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter. Then add cumin seeds, chopped onion, and green chillies. Sauté until the onions turn translucent. Cook the Vegetables: Add the chopped vegetables and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender. Add Water: Pour in the water, add salt, and bring it to a boil. Incorporate the Semolina: Gradually add the roasted semolina to the boiling water, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Cook and Flavour: Lower the heat and cook for 3-4 minutes until the upma thickens. Turn off the heat, mix in the lemon juice, and garnish with fresh coriander leaves. Serve Hot: Serve as is or with coconut chutney or yogurt for a wholesome breakfast.