Hyderabadi Poha Upma

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Hyderabadi Poha Upma

Hyderabadi Poha Upma is a popular breakfast dish from the city of Hyderabad in India. This recipe combines the goodness of poha, vermicelli, and spices, making it a delicious and nutritious start to your day.

🍽️ Breakfast 🌍 Indian 📊 Easy ⭐ 4.6/5 (785 reviews)
⏱️
22m
Prep
🔥
28m
Cook
50m
Total
👥
4
Serves
🔥
480
Cal/Serving

🛒 Ingredients

  • 2 cups Poha
  • 1/2 cup Vermicelli
  • 2 tbsp Ghee
  • 1 tsp Cumin seeds
  • 1/2 tsp Mustard seeds
  • 1 handful Curry leaves
  • 1 inch Grated ginger
  • 2 pieces Chopped green chilies
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped cilantro

👨‍🍳 Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1: Heat 1 tablespoon of ghee in a pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and mustard seeds, and let them sizzle for a few seconds.

  2. 2

    Step 2: Add curry leaves, grated ginger, and chopped green chilies to the pan and sauté for 1-2 minutes.

  3. 3

    Step 3: Add vermicelli to the pan and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until it starts to brown.

  4. 4

    Step 4: Add poha to the pan and stir well to combine with the vermicelli.

  5. 5

    Step 5: Add salt to the pan and stir well.

  6. 6

    Step 6: Cook for 2-3 minutes, until the poha is well coated with the spices and the vermicelli is tender.

  7. 7

    Step 7: Turn off the heat and garnish with chopped cilantro.

  8. 8

    Step 8: Serve hot and enjoy!

💡 Pro Tips

To make the dish more flavorful, add some chopped onions and peanuts to the pan along with the ginger and chilies. Also, use a non-stick pan to prevent the poha and vermicelli from sticking to it. Serve with a side of chutney or raita for a complete meal.

📊 Nutrition per Serving

480
Calories
25g
Protein
60g
Carbs
18g
Fat
6g
Fiber
8g
Sugar
620mg
Sodium
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