Aval Upma Recipe

step 1

• STEP 1.Rinse 2 cups of poha under cold running water and keep aside in a colander to drain.

step 2

• STEP 1.In a preheated pan add 1 tsp oil, 1 tsp mustard seeds, 1 tsp cumin seeds and 1 tsp split white urad dal. Allow seeds to crackles and dal to turn golden and crisp.

step 3

• STEP 1.Add 1 tsp asafoetida( hing), 1 finely chopped onion, 2 chopped green chillies, 2 inch ginger finely chopped, 1 sprig curry leaves. Saute till onions are soft and change colour. Add ¼ tsp turmeric (haldi) powder.

step 4

• STEP 1.Next add 2 cups rinsed poha and salt to taste. Sprinkle a little water over the poha and stir to mix all the ingredients well.

step 5

• STEP 1.Squeeze juice of ½ lime and cover and cook on low to medium heat for 2 minutes.

step 6

• STEP 1.Then add finely chopped coriander leaves as desired and 2 tbsp roasted peanuts. Mix well and turn off the heat. Serve hot.