Oats Upma – Healthy Oats Upma

Oats Upma is my favourite, though I am not a big fan of oats(the porridge variety) I like this upma. This is a healthy breakfast/dinner recipe which can be made in a jiffy. Its kids friendly too. It supplies a steady stream of energy that kids require especially to kick start the day. Loaded with vegetables this is completely nutritious. If u are a fan of sambar sadham, try this Sambar Sadham recipe with Oats.

Now to the recipe.

Oats Upma Ingredients:

• Oats – 1 cup
• Onion – 1 small
• Mixed vegetables – 1/2 cup ( I used carrots & peas)
• Green Chilli –  2
• Coriander & Mint leaves – 1 tbsp each (chopped)
• Water – 1/2 cup
• Salt – as needed

To Temper:

• Oil – 1 tbsp
• Mustard – 1 tsp
• Urad Dal – 1 tsp

Method:

• Dry roast the oats in a pan for a few mins and keep aside.In a pan heat oil and temper with mustard and urad dal. Add chopped onions & green chillies followed by vegetables and saute till they are cooked.  Add 1/4 water, chopped coriander leaves/mint leaves, required salt and bring it to a boil.

• Add the dry roasted oats and mix. It might look sticky. Cook it covered in low flame for 2 -3 mins. Check if its fully cooked. It will be soft and moist.

Serve hot!!!

Tips:

1. Use vegetables of your choice like potato, beans, capsicum..
2. Do not exceed the amount of water as mentioned, else the upma will be soggy.
3. U can add chilli powder for a colourful upma.
4. U can add lemon juice for a tangy flavor.

– By Sundari Nathan