Vegetable Upma

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup Semolina (rava)
• 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
• 8 leaves Curry leaves
• 1/4 cup Green peas (fresh or frozen)
• 1/4 cup Carrot, finely diced
• 1 cup Water
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Oil (vegetable or mustard)
• to taste Salt
• 1 tablespoon Fresh cilantro, chopped(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat oil in a pan over medium heat; add mustard seeds and let them pop, then add curry leaves.

2. 2

   Add the diced carrot and peas, sauté for 2–3 minutes until they begin to soften.

3. 3

   Stir in the semolina and toast lightly for 2 minutes, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.

4. 4

   Pour in water and salt, mix well, and cook for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the semolina absorbs the liquid and reaches a soft, fluffy consistency.

5. 5

   Remove from heat, stir in lemon juice and optional cilantro, then serve hot.