Indian Wheat Upma Recipe

Name: Indian Wheat Upma
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups broken wheat vermicelli; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1/2 cup peanuts; 1/4 cup cashews (optional); 6 green chile peppers, chopped; 1 large clove garlic, minced; 1 (1 inch) piece ginger, finely chopped; 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds; 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon salt, or to taste; 4 1/2 cups water

Servings: persons

2 cups broken wheat vermicelli
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 cup peanuts
1/4 cup cashews (optional)
6 green chile peppers, chopped
1 large clove garlic, minced
1 (1 inch) piece ginger, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
1 large onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon salt, or to taste
4 1/2 cups water

1
Heat a deep, dry skillet over medium heat. Add vermicelli; cook and stir until lightly toasted, 1 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a bowl.
2
Heat oil in the skillet over medium heat. Add peanuts and cashews to the hot oil and fry until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a bowl.
3
Add chiles, garlic, ginger, cumin seeds, and mustard seeds to the skillet. Cook and stir until chiles are slightly tender, 1 to 3 minutes. Add onion and salt. Cover and cook until onion is translucent, 3 to 5 minutes more. Add water and bring to a boil. Add vermicelli, peanuts, and cashews to the skillet and stir continuously to avoid lumps, about 1 minute.
4
Reduce heat to a simmer, cover skillet with a lid, and cook until smooth, about 5 minutes more.

286

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups broken wheat vermicelli, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1/2 cup peanuts, 1/4 cup cashews (optional), and more.

Yes, Indian Wheat Upma falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Indian Wheat Upma

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