A snack made with ridge gourd and green peas that’s not only delicious but also surprisingly healthy—this dish is guaranteed to have everyone licking their fingers. Whether it's a chilly morning or a light dinner craving, this ridge gourd upma fits the bill. It’s satisfying, nutritious, and bursting with authentic, home-cooked flavor. To prepare this wholesome dish, begin by dry roasting brown semolina (sooji) and vermicelli (semi) in a little oil. This step is important because roasting brings out the nutty aroma and helps keep the final texture fluffy, preventing the mixture from turning sticky or clumpy during cooking. Ingredients: Brown semolina (sooji) – ½ cup Vermicelli (semi) – ½ cup Ridge gourd (turai), peeled and chopped – 1 cup Green peas (matar) – ½ cup Onion – 1 large, finely chopped Panch phoron (five-spice mix) – 1 tsp Green chilies – 2, slit curry leaves – a few Chana dal – 1 tbsp Urad dal – 1 tbsp Peanuts – 2 tbsp Turmeric – ½ tsp Salt – to taste homemade magic masa...
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