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Kanchipuram Special Lobster Upma
🇮🇳 Indian

Kanchipuram Special Lobster Upma

🇮🇳 Indian

A non-vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Kanchipuram cooking — Kanchipuram Special Lobster Upma brings a sunday touch with a classic upma finish. About 45 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 25 min Cook 20 min Serves 4 Medium

Ingredients

  • Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • Coriander Powder1 tsp
  • Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp
  • Lobster1 whole, cleaned

Optional extras

  • Ghee1 tbsp
  • Curry Leaves1 sprig
  • Lemon1/2

Instructions

  1. 1

    Soak or rinse dals/grains if the dish uses them.

  2. 2

    Pressure-cook or simmer the base until soft.

  3. 3

    Prepare a tempering of ghee, cumin, garlic, and chili.

  4. 4

    Pour tempering over the cooked base.

  5. 5

    Simmer briefly to marry flavours.

  6. 6

    Mash lightly if desired; garnish with cilantro.

  7. 7

    Serve with rice or roti.

Chef's tip

Finish with a spoon of ghee for shine and aroma.

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Watch how it's made

Video: Kanchipuram Idli Recipe | Breakfast Recipes | Kanchipuram Kovil Idli | Kanchipuram Idli Batter · on YouTube