South Indian · Vegetarian
Rava Upma.
Toasted semolina cooked with onions and a mustard-curry-leaf tempering.
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A little context.
Semolina grain size changes the water requirement. Contains wheat.
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Rava Upma
~30 minutes estimated. Semolina grain size changes the water requirement. Contains wheat.
US weights are ounces by weight; liquids are US fluid ounces. Values are rounded. Scaling changes ingredient quantities, not cooking time, pan size, or seasoning judgement.
Ingredients
Method
- 01
Dry-roast semolina over medium-low heat until fragrant without browning. Transfer to a bowl.
- 02
Warm ghee, splutter mustard seeds, and add curry leaves and ginger carefully. Cook onion until softened.
- 03
Add water and salt and bring to a boil. Lower heat and sprinkle in semolina gradually while stirring to prevent lumps.
- 04
Cover briefly until hydrated, then rest off heat and fluff.
A lemon finish
Add: 1 tbsp lemon juice
Fold in a little juice after resting and fluffing. Taste as you add it so the toasted semolina flavor remains noticeable.
A suggested variation. Try a small portion first; the planner uses the main recipe only.Semolina grain size changes the water requirement. Contains wheat.
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