Aval (Rice flakes) Upma

Here's one quick recipe for a very naadan tasting snack which is also a popular option for breakfast in our homes. These flattened rice flakes are very filling and can be made in so many delicious variations.

Prep Time: 10 mins

Ingredients

Aval/ Rice flakes/ Poha: 2 cups

* We used thick rice flakes. Another tip is that if you make this with the Kerala special red rice flakes, it tastes even better.

Red onions (chopped): 1/3 cup

Dried red chillies: 2-3

Curry leaves: handful

Grated coconut: 1/2 cup

Mustard seeds: 1 teaspoon

Urad dal: 1 teaspoon

Oil for seasoning

Heat oil in a deep pan/kadai. Splutter the mustard seeds, urad dal and curry leaves. Add the chopped onions and saute. Just wash the rice flakes and immediately squeeze out the water. Add the squeezed rice flakes into the pan and saute well. Add the salt. Finally add the grated coconut and mix well. Turn off the heat in 5 mins.

Aval upma is ready to be served.