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Quinoa upma recipe, How to make vegetable quinoa upma

February 19, 2017 by Sharmilee J 2 Comments

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Quinoa Upma Recipe
Quinoa upma recipe with step by step photos.Quinoa upma is a healthy quick indian breakfast using quino and  mixed vegetables.Quinoa recipes are most wanted in this space so bought a pack of quinoa online and started trying recipes using it.The first on my try is this vegetable quinoa upma which I am sure going to make often.I liked the texture of the quinoa very much, a slight crunch in every bite,yum.
Quinoa Upma Recipe

Quinoa is pronouced as ‘keenwah‘ a super healthy grain which has a crunchy chewy texture which  I loved the most.

Can you see the small sprout like tail slightly peeping out, yes that shows the quinoa is cooked correctly.

Quinoa Upma Recipe

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Quinoa Upma Recipe

Quinoa upma with vegetables.
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time20 mins
Total Time30 mins
Servings1

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup quinoa
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 small carrot
  • 3 tbsp fresh green peas
  • 3 tbsp chopped onion

To temper:

  • 1/2 tsp mustard seeds
  • 1/2 tsp urad dal
  • a sprig of curry leaves
  • 1/2 no green chilli

Instructions

  • Measure quinoa,rinse it in water atleast twice then soak in water for atleast 15mins.
  • Drain water and set the quinoa aside.Heat oil in a pan add the item listed under 'to temper',then add onion and saute for 2mins until it becomes transparent.
  • Then add carrot and peas,saute for a minute then add quinoa.Add required salt.
  • Saute for a minute,then add water.
  • Let it come to a boil, then cook covered for atleast 15-20 mins in lowest flame,Check after 15mins then proceed further if needed.
  • Fluff it up, the grain will be seen transparent with a tiny tail, that ensure proper cooking.Switch off.

Notes

  • Soaking may not be required but may take a little longer to cook.Quinoa takes a little longer to cook depends on the variety too.
  • Quinoa will have a slight crunch while eating sp don't think its undercooked.
  • You can add any of your favorite veggies.
  • THe ratio of water is 1 cup quino:2 cups water.
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Steps:

  1. Measure quinoa,rinse it in water atleast twice then soak in water for atleast 15mins.
    How to make Quinoa Upma Recipe - Step1
  2. Drain water and set the quinoa aside.Heat oil in a pan add the item listed under ‘to temper’,then add onion and saute for 2mins until it becomes transparent.
    How to make Quinoa Upma Recipe - Step2
  3. Then add carrot and peas,saute for a minute then add quinoa.Add required salt.
    How to make Quinoa Upma Recipe - Step3
  4. Saute for a minute,then add water.
    How to make Quinoa Upma Recipe - Step4
  5. Let it come to a boil, then cook covered for atleast 15-20 mins in lowest flame,Check after 15mins then proceed further if needed.
    How to make Quinoa Upma Recipe - Step5
  6. Fluff it up, the grain will be seen transparent with a tiny tail, that ensure proper cooking.Switch off.
    How to make Quinoa Upma Recipe - Step6

Serve hot or warm.

Quinoa Upma Recipe

Enjoy hot with a cup of tea or coffee, your breakfast is done! 🙂

Quinoa Upma Recipe

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  1. hiddnsid says

    February 20, 2017 at 3:30 pm

    this is my favorite breakfast and i i thing upma is a great combination with tea……

    Cakes To Indore

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  2. Bharat bhushan arora says

    February 20, 2017 at 8:09 pm

    What is quinoa in hindi

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