Skip to content
Back to your kitchen
Makhana Saffron Upma
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Makhana Saffron Upma

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Moradabad cooking — Makhana Saffron Upma brings a saffron touch with a classic upma finish. About 40 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 15 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Easy

Ingredients

  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Saltto taste
  • Tomato2, chopped
  • Cumin Seeds1 tsp
  • Saffrona pinch
  • Milk2 tbsp, warm
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp
  • Makhana (Fox Nuts)2 cups

Instructions

  1. 1

    Assemble spices and chop vegetables before lighting the stove.

  2. 2

    Temper mustard seeds, curry leaves, and dried chilies in oil.

  3. 3

    Add onion and green chili; saute until soft.

  4. 4

    Stir in the main ingredient and powdered spices.

  5. 5

    Cook covered, stirring occasionally, until done.

  6. 6

    Squeeze lemon or fold in coconut if the style calls for it.

Chef's tip

A splash of water loosens a tight masala without dulling flavour.

Cook it with your pantry → Share this page: /dish/32186