Poha and Upma are popular breakfast options across the country. And, when it comes to curbing hunger pangs, these healthy food preparations are our best option. Now, have you tried a mixture of both? Yes, we are talking about the combination of Poha and Upma. Introducing Aval Upma, also known as Poha Upma in many regions. Awal Upma, which is a variation of the original Rava Upma, can be served in breakfast as well as evening snacks.
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In case you didn’t know, Masterchef Pankaj Bhadauria is also a fan of Avaal Upma. For the chef, “It’s the South Indian flavor that makes it super delicious.” And, do we have to mention that there is a recipe? Read, people.
material:
- Poha – 1 cup
- Oil – 2 tbsp
- Mustard seeds – 1 tsp
- Turmeric – 1 tsp
- Sugar – 1 tsp
- salt to taste
- Chana dal – 1 tsp
- Urad dal – 1 tsp
- Whole red chili – 2-3
- Peanuts – 1/4 cup
- Cashew – 10-12
- a pinch of asafoetida
- Ginger (finely chopped) – 1 tsp
- Green chili (finely chopped) – 1 tsp
- Onion (finely chopped) – 1/4 cup
- Carrot (finely chopped) – 1/4 cup
- Green peas – 1/4 cup
- curry leaves
method:
Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds, chana dal, urad dal and whole red chillies.
After this add peanuts, cashews, a pinch of asafoetida, ginger, green chilies, onions, curry leaves, carrots and green peas.
– Beat this mixture well. Meanwhile, wash the poha in a bowl.
Drain the water in the poha and add turmeric, sugar and salt.
Mix it well and add it to the mixture cooked in the pan.
Mix both the things well.
You can use grated coconut and fresh green coriander for garnish.
And, it is ready to be served.