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    Home » Breakfasts / Snacks

    Bread upma recipe

    Published: Sep 13, 2012 · Last Modified: Jun 17, 2019 by Kanan Patel / 13 Comments

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    Bread upma recipe - QUICK snack recipe made using leftover stale breads. This is one of our favorite snack since it comes together in no time.

    Bread Upma recipe (How to make bread upma),

    Here I have used a day only bread and removed the crust/edges. If you are using fresh bread, you can keep it. It’s up to

    Many times with leftover bread, I make bread vada, bread roll or this bread upma.

    I wouldn’t call this a healthy snack since there is more oil is required compared to other upma recipes. Also it is made from bread, meaning full of carbs. So I make it very rarely.

    check out more upma recipes
    oats upma  //  rava upma  //  quinoa upma  // Poha upma


    How to make bread upma recipe (Step by Step Photos):


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    1) Trim the edges of bread slices.
    Bread Upma recipe (How to make bread upma)

    2) Cut them into 9 equal pieces. If you want you can keep the edges, that is perfectly fine.
    Bread Upma recipe (How to make bread upma)

    3) Heat the oil in a pan on medium heat. Once hot add mustard seeds. Let them crackle. Then add cumin seeds and let them sizzle. Add chopped green chilies.
    Bread Upma recipe (How to make bread upma)

    4) And immediately add onions.
    Bread Upma recipe (How to make bread upma)

    5) Sauté them for 3-4 minutes or till they become translucent.
    Bread Upma recipe (How to make bread upma)

    6) Add boiled potatoes and mix well.
    Bread Upma recipe (How to make bread upma)

    7) Add turmeric powder, red chili powder and salt.
    Bread Upma recipe (How to make bread upma)

    8) Mix well.
    Bread Upma recipe (How to make bread upma)

    9) Add cubed bread and mix it immediately otherwise bottom bread will soak all the oil.
    Bread Upma recipe (How to make bread upma)

    10) Add lemon juice. Mix well. Sauté it while stirring continuously till breads get crispy. (it’s your choice that you want soft bread or crispy. Cook accordingly. )
    Bread Upma recipe (How to make bread upma)

    Sprinkle cilantro leaves and serve hot.

    You can garnish with sev on top, it tastes good.

    Serving suggestion: Serve this as a snack or breakfast.

    Bread Upma recipe (How to make bread upma),

    Adapted From - "How to Cook Indian: More Than 500 Classic Recipes for the Modern Kitchen" By Sanjeev Kapoor

    Step by Step Photos AboveWant to make it perfect first time? Don't forget to check out Step-by-Step photo instructions and helpful Tips & Tricks !!
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    Bread upma recipe (How to make Bread Upma Recipe )

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    US measuring cups are used (1 cup = 240 ml)
    Author: Kanan
    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: South Indian
    Calories: 436kcal
    Servings 2 servings
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 15 minutes
    Total Time 25 minutes
    US measuring cups are used (1 cup = 240 ml) See details

    Ingredients  

    • 8 slices Bread preferably stale or a day old
    • 4 tablespoons Oil
    • ¼ teaspoon Mustard seeds
    • ½ teaspoon Cumin seeds
    • 2 Green chilies chopped finely
    • 1 medium Red onion chopped finely
    • 1 medium Potatoes boiled and chopped
    • ¼ teaspoon Turmeric powder
    • ½ teaspoon Red chili powder
    • 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
    • 1 tablespoon Cilantro or coriander leaves finely chopped for garnishing
    • Salt to taste

    Instructions 

    Preparation:

    • Trim the edges of bread slices.
    • Cut them into 9 equal pieces.
    • If you want you can keep the edges, that is perfectly fine.

    Making bread upma recipe:

    • Heat the oil in a pan on medium heat.
    • Once hot add mustard seeds. Let them crackle.
    • Then add cumin seeds and let them sizzle.
    • Add chopped green chilies and saute for 30 seconds.
    • Now add onions. Sauté them for 3-4 minutes or till they become translucent.
    • Add boiled potatoes and mix well.
    • Add turmeric powder, red chili powder and salt. Mix well.
    • Add cubed bread and mix it immediately otherwise bottom bread will soak all the oil.
    • Add lemon juice. Mix well.
    • Sauté it while stirring continuously till breads get crispy.
    • Turn off the stove.
    • Sprinkle cilantro leaves and serve hot.
    • You can garnish with sev on top, it taste best.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 436kcal | Carbohydrates: 40.7g | Protein: 5.1g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 3.9g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 842mg | Potassium: 428mg | Fiber: 4.1g | Sugar: 5.1g
    *Nutrition information is a rough estimate for 1 serving
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    1. Sai Praneeth

      May 26, 2016 at 1:18 am

      Excellent, I had some bread left and was very hungry late in the night..
      Your article just made my night..

      Thanks very much. 🙂5 stars

      Reply
      • Kanan

        May 26, 2016 at 9:30 am

        Glad to know that recipe was helpful.

        Reply
    2. Rohini

      February 02, 2016 at 8:48 am

      Every recipe is very good and simply.delicious recipe i will try my level best.

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      • Kanan

        February 02, 2016 at 3:13 pm

        Thank you.

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    3. prasanna

      July 28, 2015 at 6:03 am

      tried this too...excellent recipe..loved this very much..getting addict to your recipes day by day...i think i will become good cook after trying ua recipes..thanks alottt..:)

      Reply
      • Kanan

        July 28, 2015 at 11:06 am

        Awesome. Good to hear that.

        Reply
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