Quick Vermicelli Pilaf (Semiya Upma)

"This is quick and easy version of the vermicelli upma/pilaf. I have not used vegetables here, but feel free to throw in a few veggies to fix a quick meal. This recipe has a very low prep time - you only need to chop onions, chillies and ginger."
 
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Ready In:
20mins
Ingredients:
13
Serves:
3
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ingredients

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directions

  • In a wok, heat oil and once its hot add the following: mustard, bengal gram, black gram, red chillies, curry leaves.
  • Wait for mustard to splutter, and for the other items to change color. Add chopped ginger, green chillies, cashews and chopped onions. Gently stir.
  • After onions change color slightly, add vermicelli and gently stir for a few minutes to uniformly spread heat.
  • Add one cup water, curry leaves and salt.
  • Allow for vermicelli to cook well and absorb all water. Adjust with a few more drops of water if the dish dries up quickly.
  • Reduce green chillies if you do not want it spicy.

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