Upma for breakfast isn’t new to us. It may have its origin in the southern part of India, but now it can be found everywhere. In fact, it is one of the most preferred breakfasts in many households these days. Upma is at the top of our list when it comes to enjoying something light and healthy. But are you bored of having the normal upma at home? Don’t fret. We have a solution for you. Admit it or not, upma is versatile. It may taste good on its own, but it can take our taste buds on a journey when cooked with vegetables. Upma can be prepared in different ways with other foods. We have compiled a list of 7 unique types of Upma recipes that can be made in under 30 minutes.
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7 upma recipes for a delicious breakfast:
1) Soybean Upma
Give your upma a twist this time and use soybeans instead. We are aware of the fact that soy has numerous health benefits. It’s high in protein. This Upma recipe reflects the goodness of soybeans mixed with vegetables, spices, and of course a quintessential Upma – crunchy peanuts.
2) Quark Upma
This tastes like yogurt. Loaded with aromatic spices, Quark-Upma is quick and easy to prepare. All you need to do is toast the sooji well and have some seasonings ready before adding fresh and creamy yogurt and water. Your delicious quark upma is ready.
3) Green Pea Upma
This is a healthy Upma recipe to try at home. You will need lightly roasted sooji and green peas to prepare this item. Tempered with mustard seeds and curry leaves, this delicacy will melt your heart. To save more time, you can dry roast the sooji at any time and store it in an airtight container. This also keeps worms at bay.
4) Vermicelli Upma
This breakfast option is our favorite. Some people prefer it with sambhar. Roasted peanuts together with fresh green chillies on the top create a perfect balance of taste and aroma. Try it.
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5) bread upma
This is the one for you if you are craving bread and want something more than a sandwich or bread jam. You have to try this out. You can’t imagine how good the pieces of bread taste with onions, chillies and some aromatic spices. Don’t forget to squeeze lemon on it before putting a spoon in your mouth.
6) Chawal Ka Upma
The best part is that you can have it even while you are fasting. Chawal ka upma includes samvat ke chawal, the small round grains that belong to the millet family, and potatoes along with some spices. Cook it with Sendha Namak if you do it while fasting.
7) Keto Upma
If you’re on a keto diet, you can go on this without a second thought. Ingredients? Cauliflower, chillies, mustard seeds, curry leaves and some good spices. Garnish your Keto Upma with peanuts and serve hot.
So next time you think of cooking upma, give these a try and let us know which one you liked the most!
