How To Make Quick Upma

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