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Arisi Upma Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup of rice
- 2 cups of water
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 green chilies, chopped
- 1/2 inch ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup of peanuts
- 1/4 tsp of mustard seeds
- 1/4 tsp of cumin seeds
- 1/4 tsp of turmeric powder
- 1 sprig of curry leaves
- 2 tbsp of oil
- Salt to taste
- Coriander leaves for garnish

Special equipment needed:
- A heavy-bottomed pan

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Rinse the rice thoroughly and soak it in water for 30 minutes. Drain and keep aside.

2. Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed pan. Add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and peanuts. Fry until the peanuts turn golden brown.

3. Add chopped onions, green chilies, grated ginger, and curry leaves. Saute until the onions turn translucent.

4. Add the soaked rice, turmeric powder, and salt. Mix well.

5. Add 2 cups of water and mix well.

6. Cover the pan with a lid and cook on low flame for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the water is absorbed.

7. Once the rice is cooked, fluff it up with a fork.

8. Garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot.


- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 20-25 minutes
Temperature:
- Low flame
Serving size:
- Serves 4

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 230
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 5g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any type of rice for this recipe.
- You can use cashews instead of peanuts.

Variations:
- You can add vegetables like carrots, peas, and beans to make it more nutritious.

Tips and tricks:
- Soaking the rice for 30 minutes helps in even cooking.
- Use a heavy-bottomed pan to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom.

Storage instructions:
- You can store the leftover Arisi Upma in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the Arisi Upma in a microwave or on a stovetop with a little water.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the Arisi Upma in a bowl or on a plate.

Garnishes:
- Garnish with coriander leaves.

Pairings:
- Arisi Upma goes well with coconut chutney or tomato chutney.

Suggested side dishes:
- You can serve Arisi Upma with sambar or rasam.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the rice is not cooked properly, add a little more water and cook for a few more minutes.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to wash the rice thoroughly before cooking.

Food history:
- Arisi Upma is a traditional South Indian breakfast dish.

Flavor profiles:
- Arisi Upma has a mild and nutty flavor with a hint of spice.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve hot for breakfast or as a snack.

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Taste: Savory, Spicy, Nutty, Tangy, Aromatic