Vermicelli / Semiya Upma

This Semiya Upma is a traditional South Indian breakfast. Made with vermicelli and vegetables, this upma is mildly spiced, and an easy one-pot recipe. Make it on the stovetop or in the instant pot in less then 25 minutes!

2 tablespoon Ghee or Oil

1 teaspoon Split Chickpeas (Chana dal)

1 teaspoon Urad Dal

½ teaspoon Mustard Seeds (Rai)

½ teaspoon Cumin seeds (Jeera)

2 tablespoon Cashews, optional

8 to 10 leaves Curry Leaves (Kadi Patta)

1 Green Chili Pepper, chopped, optional

1 teaspoon Ginger , grated

½ cup Onion, chopped

½ cup Carrots , grated, optional

¼ cup Green peas, optional

1 teaspoon Salt, adjust to taste

1 ½ cup Roasted Vermicelli

2 cup Water, for instant pot method (3 cups for stovetop method)

2 teaspoon Lime juice

Cilantro , chopped, to garnish

Directions at pipingpotcurry.com

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