I Have Potatoes in My Bread!! (Bread Upma)

May 26, 2023May 26, 20230 1
Delicious Bread Upma recipe with a twist of mashed potatoes
in Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 -5 slices white bread ( stale bread slices are the best )
2 medium sized potatoes ( boiled and mashed up roughly )
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
4 -5 curry leaves ( more if you like )
2 green chilies
1 teaspoon turmeric powder ( optional . I make mine without turmeric )
2 teaspoons red chili powder ( optional )
1 tablespoon oil ( more for later )
1/2 cup water tsp salt
1 teaspoon salt
salt
1/2 teaspoon garam masala
freshly chopped coriander leaves ( to garnish )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
2-3
Calories
220
Sugar
2g
Fat
7g
This Bread Upma recipe is a twist on the traditional Upma recipe which is a popular breakfast dish in India. Upma is usually made with semolina or vermicelli, along with vegetables and spices. This recipe replaces the semolina or vermicelli with bread and adds mashed potatoes to make it a little different. Bread Upma is a quick and easy dish to make for breakfast when you are short on time.

Instructions

1.Cut the slices of bread into small square pieces.
2.Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a pan and add mustard seeds to it. Wait until they crackle.
3.Add curry leaves and green chilies and stir-fry for a few seconds.
4.Add mashed potatoes and salt. Mix well and cook for 2-3 minutes.
5.Add turmeric powder and red chili powder (optional) and mix well.
6.Add in bread pieces and mix well.
7.Add 1/2 cup water and mix well. Cover the pan and let it cook for 2-3 minutes on low flame.
8.Add garam masala and mix well. Add chopped coriander leaves to garnish and serve hot.

PROS

Bread Upma is a quick and easy dish to make for breakfast when you are short on time.

The addition of mashed potatoes in this recipe makes it a unique and tasty dish.

The dish is vegetarian and can be made vegan by using vegan bread.

CONS

This dish is high in carbs and may not be suitable for those following a low-carb diet.

It is also high in sodium, so it should be eaten in moderation by those with high blood pressure.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Bread Upma is a good source of carbohydrates, which are essential for providing energy to the body.
It also contains dietary fiber, which helps to regulate digestion and maintain gut health.
Potatoes are a rich source of vitamin C, vitamin B6, and potassium, which are essential for maintaining a healthy immune system and nervous system.

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