Samai upma (சாமை உப்புமா)

Light and easy to digest. A fibre-rich alternative to rava upma

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup samai (little millet)
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 1 onion and 1 green chilli, chopped
• Mustard, urad dal and curry leaves
• Grated carrot or beans (optional)
• 1 tbsp oil, salt

Method

1. Dry-roast the samai for 3 minutes until aromatic; keep aside.
2. Heat oil; add mustard, urad dal, curry leaves, onion and chilli and sauté.
3. Add the vegetables, water and salt and bring to a boil.
4. Add the samai, cover and cook on low flame for 10–12 minutes. Fluff and serve.