Bread Upma Recipe

Ingredients:

• 4 slices of bread (white or whole wheat), cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 1 tomato, finely chopped
• 2-3 green chilies, finely chopped
• 1/2 inch ginger, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup peas (fresh or frozen)
• 1/4 cup chopped carrots
• 1/4 cup chopped bell peppers (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
• A pinch of asafoetida (hing)
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
• Salt to taste
• A handful of curry leaves
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil
• Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
• Lemon wedges (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preparation:
   • Cut the bread into bite-sized pieces.
   • Finely chop onions, tomatoes, green chilies, and ginger.
   • If using fresh peas, shell them. If using frozen peas, thaw them.
   • Chop carrots and bell peppers into small pieces.
2. Tempering:
   • Heat oil in a pan on medium heat. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
   • Add cumin seeds and asafoetida (hing). Stir well.
3. Saute Aromatics:
   • Add chopped onions, green chilies, and ginger. Sauté until onions become translucent.
4. Add Vegetables:
   • Add chopped tomatoes, peas, carrots, and bell peppers. Cook until the vegetables are slightly tender.
5. Spices:
   • Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
6. Bread Pieces:
   • Add the bread pieces to the pan. Toss everything together until the bread is well-coated with the masala.
7. Garnish:
   • Sprinkle fresh curry leaves and chopped coriander leaves over the upma. Mix well.
8. Serve:
   • Bread upma is ready to be served. Garnish with additional coriander leaves and lemon wedges if desired.

Enjoy your South Indian-style Bread Upma! It makes for a quick and tasty breakfast or snack.