Simple, soothing, and wholesome — a comforting dish made from homemade rice rava.
Rice Rava Upma is a traditional South Indian favourite that is light on the stomach yet filling enough to keep you energized. Made from homemade rice rava, this dish carries the gentle flavours of rice, pepper, and cumin, making it a perfect choice for breakfast, dinner, or even a quick snack. With minimal ingredients and a comforting texture, this upma is proof that simple food can be both nourishing and delicious.
Rice rava provides slow, steady energy while being easy on digestion. The addition of pepper and cumin adds natural warmth and supports gut health. Prepared with minimal spices and oil, this upma becomes a clean, wholesome meal suitable for all ages — especially when you want something light yet satisfying.
Soak rice for 2 hours. Drain and spread on a cloth to dry slightly.
Pulse rice, toor dal, jeera, and pepper in a mixie using pulse mode to get a coarse rava.
Cool completely and store in an airtight container for up to one month.
Heat 2 tbsp oil in a kadai. Add mustard seeds, urad dal, and broken red chillies. Sauté until golden.
Add asafoetida and curry leaves. Sauté for a minute.
Pour in 3 cups of water and bring to a boil. Slowly add the rice rava while stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Since this upma is made from rice, it takes slightly longer to cook — stir occasionally.
Cook on low flame until the rava turns soft and fully cooked. Add the remaining 2 tbsp oil, mix well, and let it rest on low flame for 3 minutes.
Serving Suggestions: Serve hot with Coconut chutney Or enjoy it plain as a mild and wholesome meal
Optional flavour twist: Add onions and green chillies while tempering for extra aroma and taste.
Use homemade rice rava for best flavour and texture.
A spoon of ghee at the end enhances aroma and richness.
Adjust water depending on the texture you prefer — soft or slightly grainy.
For a nuttier taste, add a tablespoon of roasted peanuts while tempering.
