Whip up a comforting bowl of foxtail millet upma mixed with fresh vegetables for a nourishing breakfast or brunch. Lightly spiced with mustard seeds, urad dal, and curry leaves, this nutrient-rich breakfast delivers protein, fibre, and vitamins in every bite. A hint of lemon and coriander lifts the flavours, making it a comforting yet energising dish for busy mornings.
Ingredients
UNITSIngredients
1 teaspoonSesame Oil
1/4 teaspoonMustard Seeds
1 teaspoonUrad Dal
2 sprigsCurry Leaves
1Green Chilli
1Dry Red Chilli
1/2 cupOnion
1 inchGinger
1/4 teaspoonTurmeric Powder
1/4 cupCarrot
1/4 cupGreen Beans
1 cupFoxtail Millet
to tasteSalt
from 1 lemonLemon Juice
2 tablespoonsCoriander Leaves
1 tablespoonGhee
2 1/2 cupWater
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Directions
Description - Step 1
Heat Oil and Temper Spices
Warm sesame oil in a pressure cooker over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and split urad dal. Let them crackle and turn golden for a nutty aroma. This step forms the flavourful base for the upma.
Description - Step 2
Add Chilli and Sauté
Toss in the green and dry red chillies. Sauté for a few seconds until aromatic. This infuses the oil with mild heat without overpowering the dish.
Description - Step 3
Sauté Onion and Ginger
Add chopped onions and ginger, stirring until onions turn soft and translucent. Then mix in the curry leaves and turmeric powder. This builds layers of flavour for the upma.
Description - Step 4
Add Vegetables and Millet
Stir in chopped carrots, green beans, and foxtail millet. Season with salt and pour two and a half cups of water. Mix thoroughly so the millet and vegetables are evenly distributed.
Description - Step 5
Pressure Cook Upma
Cover the pressure cooker and cook for 5–6 whistles on medium heat. Turn off the flame and allow the pressure to release naturally. This ensures the millet cooks perfectly without becoming mushy.
Description - Step 6
Finish and Garnish
Open the cooker, gently fluff the upma. Squeeze in lemon juice, sprinkle chopped coriander, and drizzle ghee if desired. Serve hot for a flavourful, wholesome breakfast.
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