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Moong Dal Chilla
Easy 2 hr 37 min~196 kcal 7/10
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Upma
A savory South Indian semolina breakfast cooked with mustard seeds, ginger, vegetables, and hot water until soft but still textured.
Medium⏱️ 33 min📖 1 min readServes 4~310 kcal🇮🇳 Indian🌍 Full translation
15 min prep 18 min cook
- #Budget-Friendly
- Vegetarian
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Timeline
Total 33 min- Prep15 min
- Cooking18 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
For the base
- 1.3 su bardağı(~260 ml) Semolina
- 3 su bardağı(~600 ml) Hot water
For cooking
- 2 yemek kaşığı(~30 ml) Vegetable oil
- 1 çay kaşığı(~5 ml) Mustard seeds
- 1 adet Onion
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Ginger
For the vegetables
- 1 adet Carrot
- 0.5 su bardağı(~100 ml) Peas
- 1 adet Green pepper
General
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Salt
For serving
- 1 yemek kaşığı(~15 ml) Lemon juice
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Instructions
- 1
Dry-toast the semolina for 6 minutes, until fragrant, then set aside.
6 min06:00 - 2
Crackle the mustard seeds in the oil for 30 seconds.
30 sec00:30 - 3
Add the onion, ginger, and green pepper, and fry for 4 minutes.
4 min04:00 - 4
Add the carrot and peas and cook for 3 minutes.
3 min03:00 - 5
Add the hot water and salt; when it boils, sprinkle in the semolina while stirring.
- 6
Thicken over low heat for 5 minutes, scraping the bottom.
5 min05:00 - 7
Add the lemon juice, rest for 3 minutes, and serve.
3 min03:00
💡 Tip: Toast the semolina before adding water, otherwise it can smell doughy.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve hot in bowls with lemon and cucumber.
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Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Vitamin C
Nutrition (per serving)
~310
kcal calories
8
g protein
48
g carbs
10
g fat
Protein 10%Carbs 61%Fat 29%
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Gluten
- Mustard
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Upma make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Upma take?
Prep 15 minutes, cooking 18 minutes; 33 minutes in total.Is Upma difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Upma have?
Approximately 310 kcal per serving. Protein: 8g, carbs: 48g, fat: 10g.Which allergens does Upma contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Mustard. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Upma belong to?
This recipe belongs to Indian cuisine.How many ingredients does Upma need?
This recipe needs 11 ingredients.
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