Tomato Upma

Instructions

1. A tangy and nutritious Tomato Upma, combining the texture of rava with the freshness of tomatoes and spices for a delightful breakfast or snack.
2. This recipe will make 3-4 serving of Tomato Upma.
3. Dry roast the rava on medium heat until it is light golden brown and aromatic. Stir constantly to ensure even roasting. Remove from the pan and set aside.
4. In the same pan, heat the ghee. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter. Then add cumin seeds, chana dal, and urad dal. Sauté until the dals turn golden.
5. Add slit green chillies, curry leaves, and a pinch of hing. Sauté for a few seconds until aromatic.
6. Add finely chopped onions and cook until they become translucent.
7. Stir in turmeric powder and chopped tomatoes. Cook until the tomatoes soften and oil begins to separate.
8. Pour in the required amount of water (approximately double the quantity of rava) and bring it to a boil. Add salt to taste.
9. Slowly add the roasted rava to the boiling water, stirring continuously to avoid forming lumps.
10. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let the upma cook until the water is absorbed and the rava is cooked thoroughly.
11. Garnish with chopped coriander leaves. Give it a gentle mix.
12. Serve the Tomato Upma hot. Enjoy this flavorful and healthy dish as a satisfying breakfast or a light evening snack.