1/4cupMixed VeggiesSteamed - I used Carrots, French beans
1/2cupBell Pepperschopped fine
1/2tspVangibhath Powderor sub with homemade Sambhar powder
1tspsalt
1tbspGrated coconut
1tspGreen coriander leaveschopped, opt
1tspLemon Juice
Instructions
Clean and wash the millet throughly. Soak for 20 mins. Drain & Cook in an open pan till done (it took about 15 mins). Cool slightly and spread on a flat plate, fluff them up and proceed.
In a pan, heat oil and make the tempering with the ingredients. Add the bell pepper, saute for 1 min till crunchy. Now tip in the steamed veggies and mix lightly.
Once done, add the cooked millet, salt , coriander and coriander leaves. Mix well and serve hot .
Tastes best when served immediately with yoghurt or a cup of steaming coffee !
Notes
Can this Varagu Arisi Upma be customised?
Add Onions or skip the veggies totally
Add garam masala or palyada pudi (South indian curry powder) to the upma for a different taste
If making it in the Instant pot, saute the millets, soak and then cook. The water proportion and cook time may vary
Skip the bell pepper and add jalapenos for a mexican twist.
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