Varagu Upma

Preparation :10 mins
Cook :15 mins
Total Time :25 mins
Servings :Makes 2 servings

Ingredients :

1/2 cup kodri (varagu) , cleaned and washed
1/4 cup chopped onions
3/4 cup mixed vegetables
1 tsp urad dal (split black lentils)
1/2 tsp mustard seeds ( rai / sarson)
1 to 2 green chillies , slit green chillies lengthwise
2 to 3 curry leaves (kadi patta)
a pinch of asafoetida (hing)
1 tsp oil
1/4 cup low fat curds (dahi) , beaten
salt to taste

Method :

Main procedureDry roast the varagu till it is golden brown. Keep aside.Heat the oil in a non-stick pan and add the urad dal, mustard seeds, green chillies and curry leaves.When the mustard seeds crackle, add the asafoetida and onions and sauté till the onions are golden brown in colour.Add the vegetables along with ½ cup of water and cook till they are tender.Add the varagu, salt and 1½ cups of water. Mix well, cover and simmer for 5 to 10 minutes till the varagu is cooked, adding more water if required.Add the curds and mix well.Serve hot.