Aval Egg Upma - Quick Breakfast Recipe
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Step-by-Step Instructions
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Wash and Soak Poha
Take 1/4 kg of thick poha in a bowl. Wash it thoroughly 3-4 times with water until clean. Drain all the water and let it soak for . Do not add water for soaking, just let it sit after washing to ensure it remains fluffy and doesn't become mushy.
Sauté Aromatics
Heat 4 tablespoons of oil in a pan. Once the oil is hot, add 1/4 teaspoon of cumin seeds. After a few seconds, add 1 inch of chopped ginger, 1 tablespoon of chopped garlic, and 2 chopped green chilies. for about .
Add Onions and Vegetables
Add 2 medium-sized chopped onions to the pan. until the onions become translucent. Then add a few curry leaves, 1 chopped carrot, and 1 chopped capsicum. Fry these vegetables on medium flame for until they are slightly tender but still retain a crunch.
Add Spices and Eggs
the gas flame to low. Add salt to taste, 1/2 teaspoon of chili powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of garam masala. Mix everything well. Crack 3 eggs directly into the pan and mix them thoroughly with the vegetables and spices. Continue to scramble and fry the eggs for about until they are cooked through and well combined with the vegetables.
Combine with Poha and Finish
Add the soaked poha to the pan. Sprinkle a handful of chopped coriander leaves. Increase the flame to high and mix everything thoroughly for about , ensuring the poha, eggs, and vegetables are well combined and heated through. The Aval Egg Upma is now ready to serve.
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No Egg?
- 1 tbsp ground flax + 3 tbsp water (rest 5 min) — Per egg, best in baking.
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce — Per egg, in sweet baked goods.
- 1/4 cup silken tofu, blended — Per egg.
No Garlic (fresh)?
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
- 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
No Onion?
- 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
- 3 tbsp dried minced onion
- Shallots or leeks (1:1)
No Curry leaves?
- 1 bay leaf + a pinch of lemon zest — Aroma only — flavor is unique.
No Garam masala?
- 1 tsp cumin + 1/2 tsp coriander + 1/4 tsp cinnamon + 1/4 tsp cardamom
No Cilantro?
- Flat-leaf parsley (1:1, milder)
- Fresh mint (in chutneys, salads)
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- For a vegetarian versionDietary option
Omit the eggs and add paneer or tofu.
- You can add a dashCustomise
You can add a dash of soy sauce for an Indo-Chinese flavor profile.
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