Rava Upma is one of the most popular snacks across India and nothing is better than a homemade Upma. Upma is easy to make and can be cooked in a quick time. Watch this video, learn the recipe and make a delicious Upma with Archana for your breakfast.
INGREDIENTS
1 cup rava
1 cup onion finely chopped
1 tomato finely chopped
Coriander for garnish
1/2 tsp mustard seeds
10-12 curry leaves
1/2 lime juice
3-4 green chillies
Salt according to taste
1/2 tbsp urad dal
Coconut for garnish
1/2 tsp sugar
3-4 tbsp oil
2 cups water
DIRECTIONS
Roast the rava and remove it in a plate
Now add 3-4 tbsp oil and let it heat well
Once the oil is well heated, add 1/2 tsp mustard seeds (rai), 1/2 tsp urad dal, 10-12 curry leaves (kadi patta), 3-4 green chillies, some coriander, 1 cup finely chopped onions, 1/2 tsp sugar and salt according to taste
Add 1 cup finely chopped tomatoes and mix well together
Now add, the roasted rava, 1/2 lime juice and stir well
Add 2 cups of boiled water
Now cover the upma with a lid and let it cook under the steam for 5 mins
Remove the lid and give it a last stir
Ready to serve, garnish with coriander and lime
TIP
Ensure to roast the rava well, if not it will become sticky
Can also add peas, soaked peanuts, carrots or finely chopped french beans
The quantity of oil used is more while making upma, as none is used while roasting