Add a creative and wholesome spin to your traditional upma with this almond flour upma hash brown recipe. Perfect for those busy mornings when time is short but nutrition is key, these bite-sized golden hash browns combine the comfort of South Indian upma with the health benefits of almond flour. The mixture is cooked to a creamy consistency, cooled, shaped, and then grilled on a non-stick pan until it achieves a crisp and golden texture.
Here’s how to make this fusion breakfast favorite:
Start by heating a little ghee in a pan and splutter mustard seeds. Add urad dal, curry leaves, grated coconut, chopped ginger, garlic, green chilies, and onions. Sauté the mixture until it turns golden brown. Then, stir in the semolina and dry roast for a couple of minutes. Add almond flour and cook it until slightly golden. Slowly pour in water and season the mix with salt. Stir well and cook until it reaches a porridge-like texture. Turn off the heat and mix in some chopped coriander and sliced almonds.
Spread the mixture on a greased tray and top with remaining roasted almonds. Once cooled, cut into small bite-sized pieces. Grill these pieces on a non-stick pan using desi ghee or olive oil until each piece is crisp and golden brown. Serve warm with your favorite chutney or dip for a nutritious and filling breakfast or snack.
This recipe not only offers the goodness of almonds and semolina but also ensures a delicious start to your day without compromising on flavor or crunch.