Masala Oats Upma

A savory and healthy breakfast made with oats and Indian spices.

Ingredients

• 1 cup Rolled Oats
• 1/2 medium, finely chopped Onion
• 1/4 cup, finely chopped Carrot
• 1/4 medium, finely chopped Green Bell Pepper
• 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder
• 1/4 tsp Red Chili Powder
• 1/4 tsp Garam Masala
• 1/2 tsp Mustard Seeds
• 1/4 tsp Cumin Seeds
• 8-10 Curry Leaves
• 1 tbsp Vegetable Oil
• 2 cups Water
• 1 tsp Lemon Juice
• to taste Salt

Instructions

1. Dry roast the rolled oats in a pan over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until slightly fragrant and crisp. Set aside.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a pan. Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds. Let them splutter.
3. Add curry leaves and sauté for a few seconds until fragrant.
4. Add finely chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.
5. Add finely chopped carrot and green bell pepper. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
6. Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, and garam masala. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
7. Add 2 cups of water and salt to taste. Bring to a boil.
8. Reduce heat to low and gradually add the roasted oats to the boiling water, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
9. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the oats have absorbed the water and reached a soft, upma-like consistency. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
10. Stir in lemon juice.
11. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.

Cuisine: Indian

Suitability: vegetarian

Prep Time: 10 mins

Cook Time: 15 mins

Serving Size: 2

Meal Type: breakfast