Capsicum, tomato and peas upma

I used to hate eating upma as a kid but not after i got married because it is one of the easiest dishes that could be made for breakfast and moreover it is one of the variety to be made for breakfast after idli, chapathi and dosa. So why dont we try to make it tastier by adding some delicious stuff.

Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Serves: 7


Ingredients:

1. Upma rava (semolina) 3 cups
2. water
3. Oil
4. Mustard seeds
5. Chana Dal
6. Urad Dal
7. Curry leaves
8. Coriander leaves
9. Salt
10. Capsicum 2 nos
11. Tomatoes 2nos
12. Green peas about 200 gms
13. Grated fresh coconut 1/2 cup
14. Green chillies 7-8 slit
15. Garam masala 1/2 teaspoon


Method:

1. Roast the upma rava until it turns light brown. Keep the water for boiling.
2. Heat oil in a kadhai and make seasoning of mustard seeds, chana dal, urad dal and curry leaves. Add green chillies as well.
3. Now add the cut capsicum and saute for a while. Once done add the tomatoes and cook till tender.
4. Add the green peas as well and salt to taste.
5. Now add grated fresh coconut, garam masala, roasted upma rava and mix well. Let it cook for about 2 minutes. Keep stirring in between however.
6. Now add the boiling water and mix well. Make sure there are no lumps formed. Add more water (only hot) if required.
7. Cover with a lid and cook on low flame for about 3-5 minutes.
8. Once cooked garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.