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    Bansi Rava Upma | Easy Breakfast Ideas

    Published: Sep 22, 2008 · Modified: Sep 23, 2020 by Srivalli · 29 Comments

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    Well trying to figure to call this Khichdi or Upma, led me to know quite a few things about the difference between Upma and Khichdi. Upma is always prepared with Wheat products, while Khichdi is prepared with Rice and Lentils. The inclusion of vegetables is done in both versions. Only people have resorted not to include them in regular upma. While upma is generally not liked by many, khichdi is a revered dish in many states. In fact, sources say Khichdi is much liked by Bengalis. I will talk more about Khichdi in another post.

    I am not really very keen on upma, though I like it when it's prepared by Amma or I make it myself. Still, it's not something that features frequently on our table. But what amazes me is the fact that Dad loves Upma, so Amma makes it quite often. Given this, I am very inclined to making this, so there are no questions about including vegetables. But when two events feature whole grains, I ought to make some efforts to prepare something right.

    Samba goduma is something that I am so fond of. I have had gallons of this for my daughter. Amma used to make a porridge with this. I can still remember the lingering taste this Rava gives to the porridge. It has that texture which gives you a feeling of chewing on a spongy thing, yet it's a little hard. On chewing it, you can feel the sweetness of the porridge seeping in. And since I don't like cashews, Amma used to make it with Almonds. Yum!

    Well let's get back to upma, shall we? So I was telling Athamma that I got to make something with whole grain and since she remembered my banter on Samba goduma, she got this. She said they call this bansi rava. Well, I said Amma has always called this Samba, and it's called Broken wheat in English. No problem, the end result is something that's so tasty, we shall be preparing it more frequently. I can't strictly call this upma, or pulao, because bay leaf and spices went into making this. But it's definitely something that makes the usual Saturday dinner or the weekend breakfasts more exciting. Not to mention that the twins were very eager to eat this. When I got the plate ready for a click, both of them were impatient and were reaching out. That's Peddu's hand reaching out!

    Before that check out the simple and quick Aloo Sandwich, that's both a Bachelor's feast and a Kid's delight!

    Method to prepare:

    Depending on the type of Rava, whether it's roasted or raw, roast the amount in ghee and keep aside.

    Once you have all the vegetables chopped, get ready to have the Kadai on.

    Heat a pan with oil. Then splutter with mustard seeds, then do the seasonings in the order mentioned.

    Once the nuts are roasted well, add chopped green chilies, onions and sauté till the onions are pink. For upma, the onions shouldn't be browned. Add the tomatoes, salt, and turmeric powder. Fry till the tomatoes are soft.

    Then add the chopped vegetables. Simmer and sauté for 5 mins. Once the vegetables get half cooked, add the water and bring it to a boil. When you cover it, it gets cooked fast.

    Once the water starts boiling, simmer and gradually add the roasted Rava. Ensure you stir well so that lumps are not formed. Cook on high for 2 mins, keep stirring. When everything combines well, add 2 tsp of ghee, simmer, and cook it covered.

    Since the Rava is bigger grains, this needs about 10 - 15 mins of cooking. In between, you need to remove, ensure you don't allow the steam to get back to the vessel. Add the remaining ghee, mix everything again. And cook.

    It's almost done in 15 - 20 mins of time.

    This turned out really lip-smacking as it has the flavours of curry leaves and bay leaves in it, along with the spices. And it was perfectly grained and not soggy.

    You got to take care of the chilies because it differs a lot in how you add them. Long silted leaves less spicy than chopped in middle, so go easy on that.

    Bansi Rava upma is a perfect one for dieting as it has all the vegetables and if you reduce the ghee, which is actually good fat, nothing like it.

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    Bansi Rava Upma | Easy Breakfast Ideas

    Course Breakfast, Dinner
    By Diet Vegetarian
    Dish Type Upma Varieties
    Author Srivalli

    Ingredients

    • 1 & 1/2 cups Bansi Rava / Samba Godumai / Broken Wheat
    • 1 cup Vegetables Peas, Carrot, Potato - chopped
    • 2 medium Onions
    • 1 medium Tomato
    • 4 medium Green Leaves
    • 3 tsp Ghee
    • 1 - 2 tsp Cooking Oil
    • A Pinch Turmeric Powder
    • Salt to taste
    • 3 & 1/2 cups Water

    Seasoning

    • 1/4 tsp Mustard Seeds
    • 1/4 tsp Urad Dal
    • 5 - 6 leaves Curry Leaves
    • 2 Bay Leaves
    • 2 Cloves
    • 2" Cinnamon
    • 1 tsp Bengal Gram
    • 5 - 6 whole Cashew Nuts
    • 1 tsp Peanuts (optional)

    Instructions

    How to make Bansi Rava Upma

    • Depending on the type of Rava, whether it's roasted or raw, roast the amount in ghee and keep aside.
    • Once you have all the vegetables chopped, get ready to have the kadai on.
    • Heat a pan with cooking oil. Then, splutter with mustard seeds, then do the seasonings in the order mentioned.
    • Once the nuts are roasted well, add chopped green chilies, onions and sauté till the onions are pink. For upma, the onions shouldn't be browned. Add the tomatoes, salt, and turmeric powder. Fry till the tomatoes are soft.
    • Then, add the chopped vegetables. Simmer and sauté for 5 mins. Once the vegetables get half cooked, add the water and bring it to a boil. When you cover it, it gets cooked fast.
    • Once the water starts boiling, simmer and gradually add the roasted Rava. Ensure you stir well so that lumps are not formed. Cook on high for 2 mins, keep stirring. When everything combines well, add 2 tsp of ghee, simmer, and cook it covered.
    • Since the Rava is bigger grains, this needs about 10 - 15 mins of cooking. In between, you need to remove, ensure you don't allow the steam to get back to the vessel. Add the remaining ghee, mix everything again. And cook.
    • It's almost done in 15 - 20 mins of time.

    Notes

    This turned out really lip-smacking as it has the flavours of curry leaves and bay leaves in it, along with the spices. And it was perfectly grained and not soggy.
    You got to take care of the chilies because it differs a lot in how you add them. Long silted leaves less spicy than chopped in middle, so go easy on that.
    Bansi Rava upma is a perfect one for dieting as it has all the vegetables and if you reduce the ghee, which is actually good fat, nothing like it.
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    Comments

    1. Kitchen Flavours says

      September 22, 2008 at 9:13 am

      Something new to me and looks gr8.

      Reply
    2. SMN says

      September 22, 2008 at 11:08 am

      valli never had upma with so much masala sounds great . Thanks for sharing

      Reply
    3. srikars kitchen says

      September 22, 2008 at 11:09 am

      super diet recipe.. looks yummy & delicious.. thxs for sharing..

      Reply
    4. kamala says

      September 22, 2008 at 12:57 pm

      Appa is a grt fan of Upma..Though I dont like before with lot of veggies and masalas started liking this..Looks too good.

      Reply
    5. Soma says

      September 22, 2008 at 2:01 pm

      Thanks for stopping by:-)

      you have a nice place nere too:-) I will have to explore more.

      Reply
    6. romaspace says

      September 22, 2008 at 2:40 pm

      Nice upma, Srivalli.

      Reply
    7. Vaidehi says

      September 22, 2008 at 2:43 pm

      Nice recipe..Upma looks yummy !!! I like the seasoning you have used 🙂

      Reply
    8. notyet100 says

      September 22, 2008 at 2:47 pm

      looks yum nd healthy,...nice entry,..:-)

      Reply
    9. Aparna Inguva says

      September 22, 2008 at 3:31 pm

      Cool recipe Sri,

      Reply
    10. Cilantro says

      September 22, 2008 at 3:40 pm

      I love upma/kichadi unlike most people. I would like to make your version too.

      Reply
    11. Sharmila says

      September 22, 2008 at 11:55 am

      I am still unable to make a proper upma .. even though I absolutely love it. Yours looks so good. 🙂
      Broken wheat sounds a healthier version alng with veggies. 🙂

      Reply
    12. ANJALI J. says

      September 22, 2008 at 5:26 pm

      this is different from the one which i usually make.. loved this one..

      Reply
    13. Laavanya says

      September 22, 2008 at 2:17 pm

      Sambo godumai is my favorite.. love it's chewiness... Upma looks perfect.

      Reply
    14. Suma Rajesh says

      September 22, 2008 at 8:21 pm

      woo this is healthy breafast...my mom and motherinlaw makes it..

      Reply
    15. Uma says

      September 22, 2008 at 8:59 pm

      oooh! godhuma upma looks so delicious and healthy.

      Reply
    16. Anjum says

      September 22, 2008 at 10:27 pm

      Its my dad's favourite,my mom makes this very frequently.Nice entry for the event

      Reply
    17. Athisaya says

      September 23, 2008 at 12:33 am

      That was a cute pic with a cute hand reaching out..Perfect for a diet Valli..The bay leaves must have added more flavor..Thanks for sending this in!

      Reply
    18. indosungod says

      September 22, 2008 at 7:12 pm

      Samba Ravai upma is the best. Usually bring this from India, can't seem to get the right one here. Looks so good.

      Reply
    19. Tee says

      September 22, 2008 at 7:29 pm

      Upma is such a staple in my kitchen...a very good option for a quick lunch...but i have made it so often now, that I am sick of it 🙂
      My mom used to make this broken wheat upma...i think she called it dalia. I was never a big fan of this, but your recipe is tempting me to give it another try. 🙂

      Reply
    20. n33ma says

      September 23, 2008 at 2:36 am

      Looks great...I too like the upma that either my mom or I make omly.

      Reply
    21. Shreya says

      September 23, 2008 at 9:52 am

      I love this upma, my mom makes it with almost all veggies including cauliflower, and at times garnishes it with chopped coriander too. It never looks like the traditional upma then, and there is very little oil. You picture tempts me to make this for breakfast tomorrow!

      Reply
    22. Lavi says

      September 23, 2008 at 10:55 am

      Thanks Srivalli..now iam clarified which is upma and which is kichdi.

      Reply
    23. Alka says

      September 23, 2008 at 9:37 am

      This one is the spiciest of all upma recipes i have read and made till date.U know wht, i don't like upmas,coz they have sort of bland taste,but i guess if i have liberty to add so many veggies and such a flavorful seasoning,i might start loving it!
      Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    24. LG says

      September 24, 2008 at 2:57 am

      We always have this for dinner than breakfast! I think it as a good replacement for chapathi and a veggie also can escape from eating rice at night! Nice one Sri..

      Reply
    25. Jaya says

      September 24, 2008 at 6:09 am

      Sri,
      I can Imagine how impatient your little one must have gone ,LOL...
      This happens with me all the time LOL...
      anyways the wheat upma looks so delicious , I am sure My FIL would love it , He is so fond of Upmas ..
      hugs and smiles

      Reply
    26. Srivalli says

      September 25, 2008 at 9:08 am

      KF, Thanks..

      SMN, then believe me it was great...:)

      Priya..glad you liked it

      Sharmila, now who are you kidding?..your pictures are always so delicious to look..do try this..you will love it!

      kamala, thats nice to know...I guess this is one way we can get all the veggies

      Soma, it was a pleasure...welcome to my place..do check around when you have time!

      Laavanya, agreed on that!

      Roma..thanks

      Vaidehi, Thanks for stopping by..yes its kind of heady

      Priyanka, thanks

      Aparna, thanks for that!

      Cilantro, do let me know how you like it

      Anjali..thanks..am sure you will like this too!

      indo, thats sad...I am sure your kids will love it!

      Tee, yeah thats so true right...

      Suma, Nice to know !

      Uma, thank you

      Anjum, so guess dads all like this!

      Divya, thanks glad you liked it!

      n33ma, thats great...glad to find somebody like me..:)

      Alka, thank ...do try it you will surely love it

      Shreya, oh thats lovely...all I can ask be tempted..!

      Lavi, glad that I could be of some help,,,heheh

      LG. yep...thanks

      Jaya, heheh..yeah the elder twin loved it..so got to prepare it again!..nice to know your fil likes this..

      Reply
    27. Aparna says

      October 01, 2008 at 1:56 pm

      This is an upuma I make very often at home, Srivalli. And we find it tastier than the other version. Of course, you've added an interesting twist with the spices and nuts.:)
      Thanks for sending it in to WBB.
      Sorry I took so long to acknowledge this, but I made a mistake while typing my email id in the announcement and so never got your mail.:(

      Reply
    28. Zee says

      October 04, 2008 at 4:01 pm

      Srivalli this is a very good recipe..I was always asking people around me for this recipe...finally got a good one..Thanks for posting it!
      BTW you have a wonderful and interesting blog:)

      Reply
    29. Srivalli says

      October 07, 2008 at 1:39 am

      Aparna, Thanks ..it was yummy with the spices...thats fine, I can understand!

      Zee, Glad you liked it...do let me know when you try it!

      Reply

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