Bread Upma - Savory Bread Saute
Bread Upma or Savory Bread Saute is a quick and easy Indian breakfast or snack recipe. Bread upma is made using bread, a twist to a classic umpa recipe.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 10 slices white bread cut into small pieces
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 1 medium potato chopped
- 2 small tomato chopped
- 1 green chili optional
- 2 tablespoon oil
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- ½ teaspoon red chili powder as per taste
- ¾ - 1 cup water check recipe notes
- salt to taste
For garnish:
- Handful of fresh cilantro
Instructions
Bread Upma in the Instant Pot
- Set the Instant Pot to Sauté mode (high). Once it displays "HOT," add the oil. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 1-2 minutes until softened and slightly golden.
- Add the potatoes, tomatoes, green chili, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Sauté for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes start to break down.
- Add the water and deglaze the pot, scraping up any bits from the bottom. Turn off Sauté mode. Close the lid and set the vent to Sealed.
- Pressure Cook on High for 1 minute. Yes, 1 minute - this is correct for small-diced potatoes. If your pieces are larger, increase to 2 minutes.
- Let the pressure release naturally for about 5 minutes, then carefully open the lid.
- Turn on Sauté mode (high) and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Turn off the Instant Pot completely.
- Add the bread pieces and fold gently to coat. Let the bread rest and soak for 2-3 minutes, do not stir aggressively. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately.
Bread upma on the stovetop
- Heat a wide pan or kadhai over high heat. Add oil, then add the onion. Sauté for 1-2 minutes.
- Add potatoes, tomatoes, green chili, turmeric, red chili powder, and salt. Stir and sauté for 2-3 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until the potatoes are fully tender, about 8-10 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Add water and deglaze the pan. Increase heat and bring to a boil. Turn off the heat.
- Add the bread pieces and fold gently to combine. Rest for 2-3 minutes, garnish with cilantro, and serve hot.
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Notes
- Use ¾ cup water for drier, slightly crisp upma; 1 cup for a softer, moister result.
- The 1-minute pressure cook time assumes potatoes are cut small (½-inch dice). Larger pieces need 2 minutes.
- For extra flavor, add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, curry leaves, and a pinch of asafoetida to the oil before the onion.
- Roasted peanuts and a squeeze of lemon at the end make a noticeable difference.
- Leftovers reheat well with a splash of water stirred in before microwaving.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Bread Upma - Savory Bread Saute
Amount per Serving
Calories
230
% Daily Value*
Fat
9
g
14
%
Saturated Fat
1
g
6
%
Trans Fat
0.04
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
3
g
Monounsaturated Fat
5
g
Sodium
348
mg
15
%
Potassium
428
mg
12
%
Carbohydrates
45
g
15
%
Fiber
4
g
17
%
Sugar
6
g
7
%
Protein
8
g
16
%
Vitamin A
335
IU
7
%
Vitamin C
18
mg
22
%
Calcium
151
mg
15
%
Iron
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Disclaimer
Nutrition values are my best estimates. If you rely on them for your diet, use your preferred nutrition calculator.
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