Vermicelli Upma

Ingredients

• 120 g roasted vermicelli
• 1 tbsp oil
• 1 tsp mustard seeds
• 1 tsp urad dal
• 8-10 curry leaves
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 green chilli, slit
• 1/2 cup mixed vegetables (carrot, peas, beans), finely chopped
• 1.5 cups water
• salt to taste, juice of 1/2 lemon, coriander to garnish

Preparation

1. Heat oil; splutter mustard seeds, urad dal, and curry leaves.
2. Sauté onion and green chilli until soft.
3. Add mixed vegetables; cook 2-3 minutes.
4. Pour water, add salt; bring to a boil.
5. Add vermicelli; simmer covered until water is absorbed and soft.
6. Finish with lemon juice and chopped coriander; rest 2 minutes before serving.