Cuisines : Murir Upma: A Quick and Flavorful Bengali Snack

 

Murir Upma is a popular Bengali snack made using puffed rice (muri) and a mix of vegetables, spices, and seasonings. It is a light, healthy, and flavorful dish often enjoyed as a breakfast or an evening snack. Quick to prepare and highly versatile, it can be customized with various ingredients to suit personal preferences.

This dish combines the crispiness of puffed rice with the aroma of mustard seeds and curry leaves, resulting in a delightful medley of flavors. Known for being easy on the stomach and packed with essential nutrients, Murir Upma is a perfect blend of health and taste.

Murir Upma Recipe

Ingredients:

2 cups puffed rice (muri)

1 onion (finely chopped)

1 tomato (finely chopped)

2–3 green chilies (finely chopped)

1 tsp mustard oil

½ tsp cumin seeds

7–8 curry leaves

1 tbsp lemon juice

2 tbsp coriander leaves (chopped)

1 handful of peanuts (chopped)

2 tbsp oil

½ tsp turmeric powder

Salt to taste

How to make 

1. Prepare the Muri:

Sprinkle a little water over the puffed rice and gently mix to moisten. Ensure it doesn't become soggy.

2. Tempering:

Heat oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds and curry leaves, letting them splutter.

3. Cooking the Vegetables:

Add the chopped onions, tomatoes, and green chilies. Sauté well until the onions are soft and the tomatoes are mushy.

4. Seasoning:

Add salt and turmeric powder. Stir well and cook for a couple of minutes.

5. Add the Muri:

Gently fold the moistened puffed rice into the mixture. Mix evenly without breaking the puffed rice.

6. Final Touch:

Sprinkle lemon juice and garnish with chopped coriander leaves.

7. Serve:

Serve hot Murir Upma as a light snack or breakfast.

Enjoy this flavorful and healthy Bengali delight!