Nutritious Kodo Millet Vegetable UpmaVeg
Start your morning with this wholesome and healthy vegetable-packed upma. Using Kodo millet as a nutrient-dense base, this dish is elevated with fresh carrots, beans, and aromatic spices like mustard seeds, curry leaves, and ginger. Perfectly cooked in a pressure cooker to achieve a light, fluffy texture, it is a simple, energetic breakfast option that pairs wonderfully with your favorite chutney or sambar. A perfect way to fuel your day naturally.
Ingredients
Kodo Millet: 1 cup (250 ml)
1 1⁄2 cup Water
1 tbsp Clarified Butter (Ghee)
1 tsp Bengal Gram (Chana Dal)
1 tsp Black Gram (Urad Dal)
1 tsp Mustard Seeds
1 piece Onion (finely chopped)
6 piece Green Chilli (slit)
A small piece Ginger (chopped)
A handful Curry Leaves
1 cup Grated Carrot
1 roughly chopped Beans
1 tsp Salt
For garnishing Fresh Coriander
Instructions
1
Wash the Kodo millet thoroughly and soak it in water for 30 minutes.
2
Heat ghee in a pressure cooker. Add chana dal, urad dal, and mustard seeds. Once the seeds splutter, add onions, green chilies, and ginger. Sauté until the onions are golden.
3
Add curry leaves, followed by grated carrots and chopped beans. Mix well and sauté for a few minutes.
4
Stir in the salt.
5
Drain the soaked millet and add it to the cooker. Pour in 1.5 cups of water and mix well.
6
Allow the pressure to release naturally for about
7
Fluff the upma gently with a fork, garnish with fresh coriander, and serve hot.
