Semiya Upma

 Semiya Upma Recipe

Semiya upma prepare 

Sure! I can help you prepare Semiya Upma. Here's a simple recipe:

Ingredients:

1 cup vermicelli (semiya)

1 tablespoon oil or ghee

1 teaspoon mustard seeds

1 teaspoon cumin seeds

1 medium onion, finely chopped

1 green chili, finely chopped (adjust to taste)

1 small carrot, finely chopped

1/4 cup green peas (fresh or frozen)

1/4 cup finely chopped bell peppers (optional)

1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder

Salt to taste

A few curry leaves

2 cups water

2 tablespoons chopped coriander leaves (cilantro)

Lemon juice (optional)

Instructions:

1.  Heat oil or ghee in a pan over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds and let them splutter.

2.  Add chopped onions, green chili, and curry leaves. Sauté until the onions turn translucent.

3.  Add chopped carrots, green peas, and bell peppers (if using). Sauté for a few minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender.

4.  Meanwhile, roast the vermicelli in a separate pan until it turns light golden brown. This step adds flavor to the upma.

5.  Add the roasted vermicelli to the pan with vegetables and mix well.

6.  Add turmeric powder and salt. Stir to coat the vermicelli evenly with the spices.

7.  Pour water into the pan and mix well. Cover the pan and cook on low heat until the vermicelli is cooked and the water is absorbed. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

8.  Once the vermicelli is cooked, remove from heat. Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and squeeze some lemon juice over the upma for a tangy flavor (optional).

9.  Serve hot as a breakfast or evening snack.

That's it! Your Semiya Upma is ready to be enjoyed. Feel free to adjust the spice level and add or substitute vegetables according to your preference.