Quick Vermicelli Pilaf (Semiya Upma)

May 26, 2023May 26, 20230 1
Quick and easy recipe for Vermicelli Pilaf (Semiya Upma)
in Vegetarian

Prep

5 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Very easy

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Ingredients

1 cup vermicelli
1 cup water
2 tablespoons oil
1 small onion , chopped
1/2 teaspoon bengal gram dal , split
1/2 teaspoon black gram dal , skinned and split ( urad dal )
1/4 teaspoon mustard seeds
2 dried hot red chiles , halved
3 fresh green chilies , chopped coarsely
1 tablespoon gingerroot , chopped
3 raw cashews , coarsely chopped
3 -4 curry leaves ( optional )
salt

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
2
Calories
283
Sugar
2g
Fat
9g
Vermicelli Pilaf, also called Semiya Upma, is a popular Indian breakfast dish that is often served with a side of chutney or pickle. This dish is made using vermicelli, a type of pasta that is thin and usually made from wheat flour or rice flour. Vermicelli is cooked with spices and vegetables to create a flavorful and filling dish that is perfect for a hearty breakfast. The dish is popular in South India and has variations in different parts of the region. It can also be made with a variety of vegetables like carrots, beans, and peas to make it more nutritious.

Instructions

1.Roast the vermicelli in a dry pan until it turns golden brown.
2.Heat oil in a pan and add the mustard seeds.
3.Once they start to splutter, add the chana dal and urad dal.
4.Add the chopped onions, green chilies, ginger and curry leaves. Sauté until the onions are translucent.
5.Pour in the water and add the roasted vermicelli.
6.Add salt and cook until the vermicelli has absorbed all the water.

PROS

This dish can be prepared quickly with minimal ingredients.

The spices used in the recipe add a lot of flavor to the dish.

CONS

This dish is quite dry and not suitable for those who prefer moist dishes.

The dish might end up being mushy if the amount of water added is not measured accurately.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The vermicelli used in this dish is a good source of complex carbohydrates, which provides energy and helps in weight management.
The dish also contains ginger, which is known for its anti-inflammatory properties.

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