How To Make Fibre-Rich Oats Upma For An Early Morning Breakfast

By Rajlakshmi

February 2, 2026

Upma is a popular South Indian dish and is a delicious, healthy, and wholesome meal. Oats are a healthy food grain which is popular. Mix them, and you’ll get the perfect oats upma recipe for breakfast.

Ingredients

1 cup oats 1 finely chopped onion 1 finely chopped carrot ¼ cup green peas 1 finely chopped green bell pepper ½ tsp mustard seeds A few curry leaves ¼ tsp turmeric powder ½ tsp red chilli powder Salt, to taste Oil, for cooking Fresh coriander leaves, for garnish

Step 1

Heat oil in a pan. Add mustard seeds, curry leaves, and chopped onions.

Step 2

Sauté until the onions turn translucent, and add chopped vegetables like carrots, peas, and bell peppers.

Step 3

Cook the vegetables until they are slightly tender, and add turmeric powder, red chilli powder, and salt.

Step 4

Mix well and add water. Bring it to a boil and then add oats. Cook the oats on low heat until they are soft and well-cooked.

Step 5

Garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot with chutney or yoghurt.

Step 6

You can add any vegetables of your choice, like beans, corn, or cauliflower.

Step 7

You can store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.