Ingredients:

1 cup Kuthiravali Aval (Barnyard Millet Flakes)

1/4 cup finely chopped vegetables (carrots, peas, bell peppers) 1 small onion, finely chopped 2 green chilies, finely chopped

1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds

1/2 teaspoon urad dal (black gram) Few curry leaves

2 tablespoons peanuts

1 tablespoon oil

Salt to taste

A pinch of turmeric powder Chopped coriander leaves for garnish

Preparation:

Rinse Kuthiravali Aval in water and set aside.

Heat oil in a pan, add mustard seeds, urad dal, and let them splutter.

Add peanuts and sauté until golden brown. Add chopped onions, green chilies, and curry leaves.

Sauté until onions are translucent. Add finely chopped vegetables, turmeric powder, and salt. Cook until vegetables are tender. Add Kuthiravali Aval to the mixture.

Mix well and cook for 2-3 minutes. Garnish with chopped coriander leaves.

Serve: Enjoy Kuthiravali Aval Upma hot as a nutritious breakfast or light dinner.

This dish not only provides a wholesome alternative to traditional upma but also incorporates the nutritional benefits of barnyard millet, making it a healthy and delicious choice for any meal.