Quick Vermicelli Pilaf (Semiya Upma) Recipe

Name: Quick Vermicelli Pilaf (Semiya Upma)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup vermicelli; 1 cup water; 2 tablespoons oil; 1 small onion, chopped; ½ teaspoon bengal gram dal, split; ½ teaspoon black gram dal, skinned and split (urad dal); ¼ 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

Servings: persons

1 cup vermicelli
1 cup water
2 tablespoons oil
1 small onion, chopped
½ teaspoon bengal gram dal, split
½ teaspoon black gram dal, skinned and split (urad dal)
¼ 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

1
In a wok, heat oil and once its hot add the following: mustard, bengal gram, black gram, red chillies, curry leaves.
2
Wait for mustard to splutter, and for the other items to change color.
3
Add chopped ginger, green chillies, cashews and chopped onions.
4
Gently stir.
5
After onions change color slightly, add vermicelli and gently stir for a few minutes to uniformly spread heat.
6
Add one cup water, curry leaves and salt.
7
Allow for vermicelli to cook well and absorb all water.
8
Adjust with a few more drops of water if the dish dries up quickly.
9
Reduce green chillies if you do not want it spicy.

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup vermicelli, 1 cup water, 2 tablespoons oil, 1 small onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Quick Vermicelli Pilaf (Semiya 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.

Quick Vermicelli Pilaf (Semiya Upma)

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