Sweet Corn & Peas Upma Recipe
Upma Corn Peas Winter TreatCorn is packed with high nutrients which are useful for a human body in many ways. It ensures idyllic functioning of several internal systems such as cell generation and prevents constipation and various other digestive problems. It is a boon for diabetic people. This nutrient packed starchy snack is low in total fat and has no saturated fat, sodium or cholesterol. It is high in vitamin C and a good source of fiber.
Green Peas are one of the best plant-based sources of protein, which is a major reason why they are so filling, along with their high amount of fiber.
Eating protein increases the levels of certain hormones in your body that reduce appetite. Protein works together with fiber to slow digestion and promote feelings of fullness.
Recipe Category:
Upma
Recipe Cuisine:
South Indian
Total Time (Minutes):
20
Servings:
2
Ingredients:
- Boiled sweet corn - Half Cup
- Boiled green peas - Half Cup
- Ghee - 1 Spoom
- Mustard seeds & curry leaves
- Onion, finely chopped - 2 Tbsp
- Salt, as per taste
- Sooji (Semolina/ Rava), roasted - One fourth cup
- Water - One Cup
Instructions:
- In a pan, add a teaspoon of ghee/oil. Add mustard seeds & chopped curry leaves, saute well.
- Add onion & saute for two minutes. Add in the boiled peas and corn with salt, stir well.
- Next add water and stir well. Allow the water to come to a boil. Once water is boiled, add the roasted semolina/rava.
- Stir continuously while adding to the hot water so as to prevent lumps from forming.
- Stir until the upma thickens, close the lid and let it steam for a few minutes. turn off the heat & let it rest for 1 to 2 minute.