By: Payal
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This high-protein suji paneer upma is a wholesome pick for weight loss. Semolina is paired with cubed paneer, urad dal and spices to create a filling and flavourful morning meal.
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Paneer is rich in protein and may help regulate the hunger hormone ghrelin. This can keep you full for longer, reduce untimely cravings and support weight loss goals in a sustainable way.
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Semolina is light yet filling. It provides slow-releasing energy, helping you stay active for longer without spikes in blood sugar, which makes it a smart base for weight loss recipes.
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150 gm semolina
½ cup paneer, cubed
500 ml water
4 tbsp ghee
1 tsp mustard seeds
1 tsp urad dal
1 tsp chana dal
50 gm onions, sliced
1 tsp green chillies, sliced
5-6 curry leaves
Salt to taste
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Heat a deep vessel with water for boiling. In another pan, roast paneer cubes in ghee until golden and set aside. This adds a nutty taste to the upma and keeps the paneer firm.
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Add more ghee to the same pan. When hot, put in mustard seeds. Once they crackle, add urad dal and chana dal. Sauté them until slightly golden for a crunchy texture.
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Mix in sliced onions, curry leaves and green chillies. Sauté well. When the onions turn translucent, add semolina and roast it carefully to prevent lumps in the upma.
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Pour the boiling water into the semolina mixture slowly while stirring. Add salt and continue mixing until the upma thickens to a porridge-like texture.
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Garnish with coconut and coriander. Pair with coconut chutney, sambhar or plain curd to make the suji paneer upma more satisfying and turn it into a complete South Indian style breakfast.
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