Poha and upma are popular breakfast options all across the country. And, these food preparations are our go-to option when it comes to curbing hunger pangs, the healthy way. Now, have you tried a mix of both? Yes, a combination of poha and upma is what we are talking about. Presenting, Aval upma, also known as poha upma in many regions. The aval upma, which is a variation given to the basic rava upma, can be served in breakfast as well as an evening snack.
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In case you weren't aware, Masterchef Pankaj Bhadouria is also a fan of aval upma. For the chef, "It is the South Indian flavours that make it super delicious." And, do we have to mention that there is a recipe? Read on, people.
Ingredients:
- Poha - 1 cup
- Oil - 2tbsp
- Mustard seeds - 1tsp
- Turmeric - 1tsp
- Sugar - 1tsp
- Salt as per taste
- Chana dal - 1tsp
- Urad dal - 1tsp
- Whole red chillies - 2-3
- Peanut - 1/4 cup
- Cashew nut - 10-12
- Pinch of Asafoetida
- Ginger (finely chopped) - 1tsp
- Green Chilli (finely chopped) - 1tsp
- Onions (finely chopped) - 1/4 cup
- Carrot (finely chopped) - 1/4 cup
- Green peas - 1/4 cup
- Curry leaves
Method:
- Heat some oil in a pan and add mustard seeds, followed by chana dal, urad dal, and whole red chillies.
- Next add peanut, cashew nuts, a pinch of Asafoetida, Ginger, Green Chilli, onions, curry leaves, carrot, and green peas.
- Toss the mixture well. Meanwhile, wash poha in a bowl.
- Drain the water and add turmeric, sugar, and salt to the poha.
- Mix it well and add it to the mixture, cooked in the pan.
- Make sure to mix both the elements nicely.
- You can use grated coconut and fresh coriander leaves for garnish.
- And, it's ready to serve.