Golden Millet And Tofu Breakfast Upma Recipe

About this recipe

Golden Millet and Tofu Breakfast Upma is a delightful, protein-rich way to start your day. This Indian-inspired breakfast dish features foxtail millet, a nutritious and gluten-free grain, cooked to fluffy perfection and combined with spiced crumbled tofu. Fresh vegetables like carrots, beans, and tomatoes add vibrant colors and essential vitamins. The warming spices of turmeric, mustard seeds, and cumin create a comforting aroma, while a touch of lemon juice brightens up the flavors. Packed with 33 grams of protein and plenty of fiber, this upma is a wholesome choice for maintaining energy and supporting muscle recovery. The preparation is straightforward, making it ideal for a healthy weekday breakfast or a meal prep option. Serve it warm and enjoy a nourishing start to your day!

Ingredients

• 500 g Whole Farm Premium Kangni/Foxtail Millet
• 200 g Diet Tofu Soya Tofu
• - Onion-250 Gms
• 500 g Desi Tomato (Tamatar)
• 200 g Orange Carrot (Gajar)
• 250 g French Beans
• medium Chilli Green Long
• loose Ginger
• 50 g Pluckk Organic Curry Leaves
• 100 g Orika Big Mustard Seeds
• 100 g Popular Essentials Jeera (Cumin Seeds)
• 20 g Turmeric Powder
• - Red Chilli Powder
• 1 pack (1 kg) Aashirvaad Crystal Salt | Iodised
• 1 Bunch Coriander Leaves ( Kottambari Soppu )
• 100 g Lemon
• 500 ml Oil (For Frying)

Instructions

1. 1. Rinse the foxtail millet thoroughly under running water and soak it for 15 minutes.
2. 2. Drain the millet and cook it in 300 ml of water on medium heat until tender, then set it aside.
3. 3. Heat vegetable oil in a pan and add mustard seeds, allowing them to splutter.
4. 4. Stir in cumin seeds, curry leaves, and finely chopped green chilies and ginger, sautéing for 1-2 minutes.
5. 5. Add diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. 6. Toss in chopped tomatoes, carrot, and green beans, cooking until the vegetables soften slightly.
7. 7. Crumble the tofu into the pan and mix well, allowing it to absorb the spices for 2-3 minutes.
8. 8. Sprinkle turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt, stirring to evenly coat the mixture.
9. 9. Incorporate the cooked millet into the pan, mixing thoroughly to combine with the tofu and vegetables.
10. 10. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, ensuring the flavors meld together perfectly.
11. 11. Turn off the heat and garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves.
12. 12. Squeeze lemon juice over the upma before serving for a fresh, tangy finish.