Pesarattu Upma Curry

Pesarattu Upma Curry is a delightful blend of green gram dosa and spiced semolina, offering a nutritious and gluten-free option for a hearty meal. This dish is packed with flavors, making it a perfect side dish or light main course.

Ingredients

• Green gram (moong dal) - 100 grams
• Semolina (sooji) - 50 grams
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Green chili - 1, finely chopped
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Curry leaves - 10 leaves
• Mustard seeds - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin seeds - 1 teaspoon
• Turmeric powder - 1/4 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Oil - 2 tablespoons
• Water - 2 cups
• Fresh coriander leaves - for garnishing

Steps

1. Soak the green gram in water for 4-6 hours or overnight. Drain and blend it into a smooth batter with a little water.
2. In a pan, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds, and let them splutter.
3. Add curry leaves, chopped onions, green chili, and ginger. Sauté until the onions become translucent.
4. Stir in the turmeric powder and semolina, roasting it for about 2-3 minutes until lightly golden.
5. Add 2 cups of water and salt to the pan. Bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer until the semolina absorbs the water and thickens.
6. In another pan, heat the remaining oil and pour the green gram batter to form a dosa. Cook until golden brown on both sides.
7. Serve the Pesarattu dosa with the upma curry on the side, garnished with fresh coriander leaves.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 52 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 220 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein and dietary fiber from moong dal.
• Supports digestion and helps maintain healthy blood sugar levels.

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