Cracked Wheat Upma

Upma is the least favourite dish for many of us.I also used to feel the same thing till i heard about the Cracked wheat Upma.It takes very less time and is also easy to cook.I felt it very nutritous and thought share with u guys.To make it a more healthy dish, you can add what ever vegetables you like.

Ingredients:

Cracked Wheat--1 cup
green chillies--4 to 5
1 medium size onion
finely chopped carrot--2 tbsp
few curry leaves
1 small tomato
green peas---1 tbsp
urad dal---1 tbsp
mustard seeds--1 tbsp
salt --1/2 tbsp
Corainder leaves to garnish

PreparationMethod:

Roast the Cracked Wheat till the color changes from cream to gloden brown.You can avoid this step,but roasting adds the extra flavour.
Now take 3 to 4 tbsp of oil in a pan and add the mustard seeds.
As the mustard seeds start to splutter ,add all the ingredients expect the cracked wheat and allow them to fry.
Then add 2 cups of water and 1/2 tbsp of salt.Cover the pan with a lid and allow it to boil.
Once the water starts boiling reduce the heat and add the Cracked Wheat slowly ,stirring continously to avoid forming lumps.
You can also add roasted cashews nuts.On a low flame cook the upma till all the water is absorbed and upma becomes soft.
Turn the stove off and let it sit for a few minutes ,covered.
Serve hot with mango or lemon chutney.