Rawa (Semolina) Upma Recipe

One of the most favorite breakfast eaten by people in India is Sooji /Rawa Upma - a warm, savory breakfast dish made from semolina, ghee, mustard seeds, and seasonal vegetables, gently spiced and deeply grounding.

Originating from the Southern states of India - its ideal for weight loss, packed with proteins and fiber , its Vata pacifying and soothes the nervous system and aids in digestion. The ghee in the recipe is especially great for people who have Vata dosha.

My own Upma served hot

Prep Time : 20-25 mins

Serves : 2-3 people

You will need :

• 1 cup organic semolina (rawa / sooji)

• 1.5 tbsp ghee (clarified butter)

• 1 tsp mustard seeds

• 1/2 cup finely chopped onion

• 1–2 tbsp white urad dal , chana dal (optional)

• 5–6 curry leaves

• 1/2 cup finely chopped carrots (optional)

• Salt to taste (rock salt preferred)

• 2–2.5 cups warm water

How to Prepare :

• Dry roast the semolina in a pan over medium heat until fragrant and slightly golden. Set aside.

• In the same pan, heat ghee. Add mustard seeds. Let them sizzle gently.

• Add curry leaves, then sauté the chopped vegetables, white urad dal and chana dal until soft but not mushy.

• Slowly pour in warm water and bring to a gentle simmer.

• Stir in the roasted semolina slowly while stirring to avoid lumps.

• Add salt, and continue stirring until it thickens and becomes soft. I prefer a little grainy texture, however you can continue to make it porridge like as well

• Serve hot and have it alongside a hot beverage - I have mine with hot coffee.

  
  

The Rawa/Sooji I use in India - https://amzn.to/44snipF

Hope you enjoy it as much as I do :)