Tezzbuzz Desk-If you are bored of eating poha, paratha, cheela or sandwich every day, then you can try something new for breakfast. South Indian style vermicelli upma is one such delicious and easy option, which does not take much time to prepare. It is also known as Vermicelli Upma.
Along with vermicelli, carrots, beans, peas, onions, tomatoes and many spices are used in it. Adding roasted peanuts on top improves both its taste and texture. Hot vermicelli upma can be a great option for breakfast in the morning. Let us know the easy recipe to make it at home.
Ingredients to make Vermicelli Upma
- Fine vermicelli – 2 cups
- Refined oil – 2 tbsp
- Mustard seeds – 1 tsp
- Cumin – 1 tsp
- Urad dal – 1 tablespoon
- Green chillies – 2, cut lengthwise
- Curry leaves – 9-10
- Onion – 1, cut into slices
- Beans – ½ cup, cut into pieces
- Carrot – ½ cup, cut into pieces
- Peas – ½ cup
- Tomato Puree – ½ cup
- Turmeric powder – ½ tsp
- Salt – as per taste
- Roasted peanuts – 2 tbsp
- Water – 2½ cups
If you are preparing vermicelli upma for more people, then increase the quantity of all the ingredients in the same proportion. This will ensure that the taste and consistency of the upma remains correct.
Easy method of making Vermicelli Upma
- First of all, heat a pan and add fine vermicelli in it. Fry it on low flame while stirring continuously for about 3 to 4 minutes. When the vermicelli turns light golden brown, take it out in a plate and keep it aside.
- Now add refined oil in the same pan and heat it. Add urad dal, mustard seeds and cumin seeds and let them crackle. After this add chopped green chillies and curry leaves. Now add sliced onion and fry for about 1 to 2 minutes.
- After the onion is lightly roasted, add turmeric powder and salt as per taste. After this, add chopped carrots, beans and peas and mix everything well. Cook the vegetables for about 3 to 4 minutes, so that they become completely soft.
- Now add tomato puree to it and also add 2½ cups of water and mix well. Cook the mixture on medium flame until the water boils well.
- After the water boils, add the already roasted vermicelli in it. Mix vermicelli well with water and vegetables. Now cover the pan and cook for about 5 to 6 minutes. It has to be cooked until the vermicelli melts well and the water dries completely.
- When Vermicelli Upma is ready, turn off the gas. Take it out in a serving bowl and garnish with roasted peanuts.
- Hot vermicelli upma is now ready to serve. It can be served with tea or any drink of your choice for breakfast.