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A classic Odia breakfast made with flattened rice, sautéed with onions, potatoes, and a fragrant tempering of mustard seeds and curry leaves. It's a quick, wholesome, and delicious meal ready in under 20 minutes.
For 4 servings
Prepare the Poha (Chuda)
Sauté Aromatics and Vegetables
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A classic Odia breakfast made with flattened rice, sautéed with onions, potatoes, and a fragrant tempering of mustard seeds and curry leaves. It's a quick, wholesome, and delicious meal ready in under 20 minutes.
This odia recipe takes 25 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 395.8 calories per serving with 9.04g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for breakfast or brunch or snack.
Combine and Steam the Upma
Garnish and Serve
Add other finely chopped vegetables like carrots, bell peppers, or French beans along with the potatoes for added nutrition and color.
Increase the number of green chilies or add a pinch of red chili powder along with the turmeric for more heat.
In addition to peanuts, you can add fried cashews for a richer flavor and texture.
Add a handful of moong sprouts along with the peas for a protein boost.
Poha is rich in healthy carbohydrates, providing a steady release of energy to keep you active throughout the morning without causing a sudden spike in blood sugar.
Flattened rice is a good source of iron. Adding lemon juice helps in the absorption of this iron, making it beneficial for preventing anemia.
Poha is made by parboiling paddy and then drying it. This process involves a slight fermentation, which retains beneficial gut bacteria, making it easy to digest.
The addition of vegetables like onions, potatoes, and peas, along with peanuts and coriander, makes this dish a good source of fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
Yes, Chuda Upma is considered a healthy breakfast. Poha is light on the stomach, gluten-free, and a good source of carbohydrates and iron. The addition of vegetables and peanuts enhances its nutritional value with fiber, vitamins, and protein.
One serving of Chuda Upma (approximately 1.5 cups or 250g) contains around 350-400 calories, depending on the amount of oil and peanuts used. It's a balanced meal providing energy, protein, and fiber.
The most common reason for mushy upma is over-soaking or over-washing the poha. You should only rinse it briefly under running water until it's just soft. Using thin poha instead of thick poha can also cause it to become pasty.
This recipe is naturally vegan as it uses vegetable oil and does not contain any dairy or animal products. Just ensure you are not using ghee instead of oil.
Store leftover Chuda Upma in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. To reheat, sprinkle a little water over it and microwave for 1-2 minutes or gently heat it in a pan on the stovetop until warm. The water will help restore its moisture.