Sunita's Sooji Upma Recipe

Name: Sunita's Sooji Upma
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup semolina; ½ teaspoon mustard seeds; ½ teaspoon cumin seed; curry leaf, washed and torn; 1 green chili, washed, trimmed and chopped; 1 onion, chopped; ½ teaspoon salt (to taste); 1 pinch turmeric powder; 1 pinch sugar (optional); 1 ½ cups water; 3 tablespoons oil; 3 tablespoons coriander leaves, chopped, to garnish

Servings: persons

1 cup semolina
½ teaspoon mustard seeds
½ teaspoon cumin seed
curry leaf, washed and torn
1 green chili, washed, trimmed and chopped
1 onion, chopped
½ teaspoon salt (to taste)
1 pinch turmeric powder
1 pinch sugar (optional)
1 ½ cups water
3 tablespoons oil
3 tablespoons coriander leaves, chopped, to garnish

1
Roast the semolina in a wok until lightly golden brown.
2
Remove and keep aside in a flat plate.
3
In the same wok, now heat oil until its medium hot.
4
Add cumin and mustard seeds.
5
Allow to splutter.
6
Once it stops spluttering, add green chilli, curry leaves, onions and carrots.
7
Stir-fry until the onions are browned and the carrots are slightly tender.
8
Add water and bring to a boil.
9
Lower flame and add the roasted semolina.
10
Mix thoroughly to combine.
11
Remove from heat and garnish with corriander leaves.
12
Serve hot with tea or coffee.
13
Enjoy!
14
Note: If desired, you may sprinkle some lemon juice on top before serving.

287

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 1 cup semolina, ½ teaspoon mustard seeds, ½ teaspoon cumin seed, curry leaf, washed and torn, and more.

Yes, Sunita's Sooji Upma falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

Sunita's Sooji Upma

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