I never thought making upma could be so quick and easy until I discovered the magic of the microwave! Upma is a traditional South Indian breakfast dish made with semolina, also known as sooji or rava. It’s a nutritious and flavorful dish that can be enjoyed with a side of chutney or sambar. Today, I am going to share with you my tried and tested recipe for making upma in the microwave. So, get ready to whip up a delicious plate of upma in no time!
Gather Your Ingredients
Before we get started, let’s gather all the ingredients we need for this quick and easy upma recipe:
For the Upma:
1 cup semolina (rava)
2 tablespoons ghee or oil
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
A pinch of asafoetida (hing)
1 tablespoon finely chopped ginger
1 green chili, finely chopped (optional)
1 onion, finely chopped
1 carrot, finely chopped
1/4 cup green peas (fresh or frozen)
A handful of cashew nuts (optional)
1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
Salt to taste
A squeeze of lemon juice
A handful of chopped coriander leaves for garnishing
For the Garnish:
A handful of chopped coriander leaves
A squeeze of lemon juice
Let’s Get Cooking!
Now that we have all our ingredients ready, let’s start making the upma in the microwave:
Start by roasting the semolina (rava) in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave it on high for 2 minutes, stirring halfway through, until it turns fragrant and light brown. Set it aside.
In another microwave-safe bowl, add ghee or oil, mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and asafoetida. Microwave it on high for 2 minutes, or until the seeds start to splutter.
Add the finely chopped ginger, green chili (if using), onion, carrot, green peas, and cashew nuts (if using) to the bowl. Microwave it on high for 3-4 minutes, or until the vegetables turn soft.
Remove the bowl from the microwave and add the roasted semolina, turmeric powder, and salt. Mix well to combine all the ingredients.
Add 2 cups of boiling water to the bowl and give it a good stir. Make sure there are no lumps.
Cover the bowl with a microwave-safe lid or microwave-safe plastic wrap, leaving a small vent for the steam to escape. Microwave it on high for 4 minutes.
Take the bowl out of the microwave and let it sit covered for a couple of minutes. This will allow the upma to steam and become fluffy.
Finally, add a squeeze of lemon juice, a handful of chopped coriander leaves, and give it a gentle mix.
And there you have it – a delicious plate of upma made entirely in the microwave!
Making upma in the microwave not only saves you time and effort but also ensures that the dish turns out fluffy and flavorful every time. This recipe is perfect for those busy mornings when you need a quick and nutritious breakfast option. So, give it a try and enjoy a warm bowl of upma that’s ready in minutes.
I hope you found this recipe easy to follow and enjoy making upma in the microwave. Happy cooking!
