Upma Kozhakattai With Thuvaiyal – a Mouthful of Joy

May 26, 2023May 26, 20230 0
Upma Kozhakattai With Thuvaiyal - a Mouthful of Joy
in Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups idli rava
2 -3 small dried red chilies
2 tablespoons frozen coconut
1 teaspoon udad dal
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
1 pinch asafoetida powder
1 small piece jaggery
water , to cook the rava is used in proportion of 1 , for one cup idli rava , use 3 cups water
1 teaspoon oil
1 1/2 teaspoons salt or 1 1/2 teaspoons salt , to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
300
Sugar
4g
Fat
5g
Upma Kozhakattai is a traditional South Indian dish that is typically served for breakfast by the Tamil Brahmins. It is made with idli rava, a type of rice flour that is different from the regular rice flour. The dish has a unique texture and a savory taste that is perfect for breakfast. The thuvaiyal that is served with the dish is made from roasted chana dal, coconut, dried red chilies, and tamarind paste. It adds a spicy and tangy flavor to the dish which complements the mild taste of the Upma Kozhakattai.

Instructions

1.In a pan, roast the idli rava on low flame until it turns light brown. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
2.In the same pan, heat oil and add mustard seeds, udad dal, asafoetida powder and red chilies. Once the mustard seeds splutter, add water, salt, jaggery and frozen coconut, and bring it to boil.
3.Slowly pour the roasted idli rava into the pan, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
4.Cover the pan and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5.Once the water has been absorbed and the mixture becomes thick, remove from heat and let it cool down for 5 minutes.
6.Roll the mixture into small balls, and steam them in an idli maker for 10 minutes.
7.Serve hot with thuvaiyal.

PROS

Upma Kozhakattai is a quick and easy breakfast that can be made with just a few ingredients.

The dish is gluten-free, vegan-friendly and makes for a filling meal that can keep you energized throughout the day.

CONS

The dish may not be suitable for those who don’t have a taste for spicy food.
The idli rava has to be pre-roasted before cooking, which could be time-consuming for some.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The idli rava in this recipe is made from rice, which is a great source of carbohydrates.
Jaggery, which is used to sweeten the dish, is a healthy alternative to sugar and is known to boost immunity.
Coconut is rich in vitamins and minerals and has anti-inflammatory properties.

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