Name: Easy To Make ~Bread Upma~ Recipe For Your Kids' Lunch Box
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 6 slices Whole wheat or white bread (cut into small cubes); 2 tablespoons Oil or ghee; 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds; 1 teaspoon Urad dal (split black gram); 2 sprigs Curry leaves (8–10 leaves); 1 teaspoon Finely grated Ginger; 2 Finely chopped green chillies; 8 to 10 Cashews or peanut nuts; 1/2 cup Finely chopped small onion; 1/2 cup Finely chopped medium tomatoes; to taste Salt; 1/4 tsp Turmeric powder; 1/4 tsp Red chilli powder; 4 tbsp Water for sprinkling; 2 tbsp Finely chopped fresh coriander leaves; 1 tsp Lemon Juice (optional); 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds (jeera)

Question 1

1. What type of bread is best for upma?

Accepted Answer

It is always best to use stale white bread or a pav bread to make bread upma at home. These breads have a dense crumb and do not turn mushy while cooking.

Question 2

2. Can I make bread upma ahead of time or pack it in a lunchbox?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it is best for people with busy mornings looking for a quick and comforting lunchbox option.
Bread upma is easy to store and does not turn mushy.

Question 3

3. How can I add more flavour twists to the bread upma recipe?

Accepted Answer

You can add toasted bread and roasted peanuts for more upliftment in flavour. To make it a more nutritious option, you can incorporate a scrambled egg in the recipe.

Question 4

4. What is the difference between South Indian bread upma and bread poha?

Accepted Answer

There is no difference between bread upma and bread poha. However, they are only distinguished by name according to the region.

Question 5

5. What vegetables can you add in your bread upma recipe?

Accepted Answer

Vegetables like green beans, potatoes, green peas or bell peppers can be added for more crunch and flavours. This customisation makes this dish more versatile.

Bread Upma

Easy To Make Bread Upma Recipe For Your Kids' Lunch Box

Ingredients

Easy To Make
Bread Upma
Recipe For Your Kids' Lunch Box