Dairy-Free Rava Upma
Discover the delightful simplicity of Dairy-Free Rava Upma, a hearty South Indian breakfast dish that's both wholesome and flavorful. This vegan version uses roasted semolina (rava) cooked to perfection with aromatic spices, vibrant vegetables like carrots and peas, and a hint of tangy lemon juice for a refreshing finish. The tempering of mustard seeds, cumin seeds, dals, and curry leaves infuses the upma with authentic flavors while keeping it light and dairy-free. Ready in just 30 minutes and ideal for weekday mornings or quick lunch meals, this recipe is a nutritious and satisfying choice. Serve it warm with a sprinkle of fresh coriander leaves for a comforting meal that's perfect for any time of day!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Semolina (Rava)
- 2.5 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Mustard seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 1 tablespoon Chana dal
- 1 tablespoon Urad dal
- 1 Green chili, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, finely chopped
- 10 leaves Curry leaves
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 1 small Carrot, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup Green peas
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Coriander leaves, chopped
Instructions
Heat a pan on medium flame and dry roast the semolina until it turns golden and aromatic (about 5 minutes). Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
In the same pan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the mustard seeds. Once they begin to pop, add the cumin seeds, chana dal, and urad dal.
Sauté the mixture until the dals turn golden brown.
Add the chopped green chili, ginger, and curry leaves. Sauté for a minute until fragrant.
Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
Stir in the chopped carrot and green peas. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are slightly soft.
Add the water and salt to the pan. Increase the heat and bring the mixture to a boil.
Once the water is boiling, reduce the heat to low and slowly add the roasted semolina, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
Cover the pan and cook for about 5 minutes or until the semolina absorbs all the water and becomes soft.
Turn off the heat and let it sit covered for a few minutes.
Add the lemon juice and mix well.
Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1165 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.1 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.5 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2426 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 181.8 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.7 g | 67% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.0 g | ||
| Protein | 34.1 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 190 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1209 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
