Sevaiyan Upma by Tarla Dalal

Sevaiyan Upma, A variation to the regular rava upma.
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Sevaiyan Upma

Bored of making upma with semolina all the time? Here is how to make upma with vermicelli. Kids and adults alike love the silky texture and noodle-like appearance of vermicelli, so the Sevaiyan Upma is sure to be an instant hit with the whole family. What is more, this snack is also easy to prepare and so a good choice when you need to prepare a meal within minutes after a long day of work!

Preparation Time: 5 minutes.
Cooking Time: 5 minutes.
Serves 4.

2 cups rice vermicelli (seviyan)
2½ tsp oil
Salt to taste
1 tsp mustard seeds (rai / sarson)
2 tsp urad dal (split black lentils)
½ cup finely chopped onions
2 tsp finely chopped green chillies
2 tbsp finely chopped coriander (dhania)
½ tbsp lemon juice

For Serving
Coconut chutney

1. Combine the vermicelli, ½ tsp of oil, salt and 2 cups of hot water in a bowl and mix well. Cover and keep aside for about 8 to 10 minutes or till the vermicelli turns soft. Drain and keep aside.
2. Heat the remaining 2 tsp of oil in a broad non-stick pan and add the mustard seeds and urad dal.
3. When the seeds crackle, add the onions and green chillies and sauté on a medium flame for 1 to 2 minutes.
4. Add the vermicelli, coriander, lemon juice and a little salt, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 1 to 2 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
Serve hot with coconut chutney.