Leftover Upma Cheese Sticks
Main Ingredients
For Coating
For Frying
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Prepare the Upma Mixture
In a bowl, combine 1 cup leftover upma, 1/2 cup shredded cheese, 1 tbsp cornflour, 1 tbsp breadcrumbs, 3-4 finely chopped garlic cloves (optional), 1/4 tsp chili flakes, 1/4 tsp dried basil, and a pinch of black pepper. Mix all ingredients thoroughly to form a smooth, cohesive dough. If the mixture feels too loose, add a little more breadcrumbs until it reaches a firm consistency.
Shape and Chill the Mixture
Lightly grease a plate with oil. Transfer the prepared upma dough onto the greased plate and use a spoon to flatten it evenly into a square or rectangular shape. Place the plate in the refrigerator for to allow the mixture to set and firm up.
Cut into Sticks
Once the upma mixture has set, remove it from the refrigerator. Using a knife, cut the flattened mixture into desired finger or stick shapes. The video demonstrates cutting it into rectangular sticks.
Prepare the Maida Slurry
In a separate bowl, combine 2 tbsp maida (all-purpose flour) and 1/8 tsp salt. Gradually add water, mixing continuously with a spoon, until you achieve a thin, smooth slurry with no lumps. The consistency should be thin enough to coat the sticks lightly.
Coat the Upma Sticks
Take each upma stick and dip it completely into the maida slurry, ensuring it is fully coated. Carefully lift the stick from the slurry and transfer it to a plate containing breadcrumbs. Coat the stick thoroughly with breadcrumbs, gently pressing them onto all sides to ensure a good adherence. Repeat this process for all the upma sticks.
Shallow Fry the Sticks
Heat oil in a pan over a low to medium flame. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the breadcrumb-coated upma sticks into the pan, ensuring not to overcrowd it. Fry the sticks until they turn golden brown and become crispy on all sides, turning them gently with a spatula as needed to ensure even cooking. This should take approximately .
Serve Hot
Once the upma cheese sticks are golden brown and crispy, remove them from the pan using a slotted spoon to drain any excess oil. Transfer them to a serving plate. Serve the hot, crispy sticks with your favorite dip, such as ketchup, or any other preferred accompaniment. Enjoy this delicious renovation of leftover upma!
Before You Cook
Helpful details before you startIngredient SubstitutionsMissing something? View suitable alternatives.View 3 swaps
No Bread crumbs?
- Crushed crackers or cornflakes
- Rolled oats, pulsed fine
No Garlic (fresh)?
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
- 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
No All-purpose flour?
- White whole wheat flour (1:1)
- 1 cup minus 2 tbsp + 2 tbsp cornstarch (cake flour swap)
Storage & Leftovers
Keep your leftovers fresh and ready to enjoy.
- Refrigerate
Place the plate in the refrigerator for 10 minutes to allow the mixture to set and firm up.
- Store
This recipe transforms leftover upma into delicious, crispy, and cheesy sticks.
- Store
In a bowl, combine 1 cup leftover upma, 1/2 cup shredded cheese, 1 tbsp cornflour, 1 tbsp breadcrumbs, 3-4 finely chopped garlic cloves (optional), 1/4 tsp chili flakes, 1/4 tsp dried basil, and a pinch of black pepper.
- Store
Enjoy this delicious renovation of leftover upma!
Variations
Simple ways to adapt this recipe.
- You can use oregano insteadIngredient swap
You can use oregano instead of dried basil for a different aromatic flavor.
- Instead of shallow fryingPreparation tip
You can deep fry the sticks for extra crispiness or bake them in an oven for a healthier option.
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