Semiya Upma — சேமியா உப்புமா
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Semiya Upma

சேமியா உப்புமா

45 mins Serves 4 Medium Chef Kalaivani Tirunelveli 4.8 (238)

Semiya Upma is the Tamil breakfast that keeps a whole state running — soft, steaming and always served with chutney and sambar.

Ingredients

Method

  1. 1

    Soak rice, urad dal and fenugreek separately for 4 hours.

    Semiya Upma step 1
  2. 2

    Grind urad dal to a fluffy batter first, then the rice to a slightly coarse batter, and mix with salt by hand.

    Semiya Upma step 2
  3. 3

    Ferment overnight in a warm place until the batter doubles.

    Semiya Upma step 3
  4. 4

    Cook semiya upma on a hot seasoned pan or in a steamer until done.

    Semiya Upma step 4
  5. 5

    Serve hot with coconut chutney, sambar and a spoon of idli podi with gingelly oil.

    Semiya Upma step 5

சமையல் குறிப்பு

புளித்த மாவை கையால் கலக்கவும்; கை சூடு மாவுக்கு நல்லது.

Mix the fermented batter by hand — the warmth of your palm keeps it alive.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 462 kcal
  • Protein: 12 g
  • Carbs: 52 g
  • Fat: 15 g

Storage tips

Cool completely, store in a glass or steel container and refrigerate up to 2 days. Reheat on a low flame with a splash of water, never in a hurry.