Quinoa upma is a nutritious and flavorful dish made with quinoa, vegetables, and spices. It is a popular breakfast option and a healthy alternative to traditional upma. Here’s a brief overview of the recipe, including cooking time, preparation time, ready time, and the list of ingredients:
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Ready time: 30 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon oil or ghee
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onions
- 1/4 cup finely chopped carrots
- 1/4 cup green peas
- 1/4 cup chopped bell peppers (capsicum)
- 1 green chili, finely chopped (optional)
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- A few curry leaves
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- Salt to taste
- Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
- Lemon wedges for serving (optional)
Instructions:
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water to remove any bitterness.
- In a saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the rinsed quinoa, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the quinoa is cooked and the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and keep it covered for 5 minutes.
- In a separate pan, heat oil or ghee over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds and let them splutter.
- Add chopped onions, carrots, green peas, bell peppers, green chili (if using), grated ginger, and curry leaves. Sauté for a few minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender.
- Add turmeric powder and salt. Mix well.
- Fluff the cooked quinoa with a fork and add it to the pan with the vegetables. Mix everything together gently to combine.
- Cook for another 2-3 minutes until all the flavors meld together.
- Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with lemon wedges on the side (optional).
Note: You can customize the vegetables according to your preference. Feel free to add other vegetables like beans, corn, or spinach. Adjust the spice level and seasonings as per your taste. Quinoa upma can be enjoyed as a standalone dish or served with chutney or yogurt. Enjoy this nutritious and delicious quinoa upma!
