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Bread Upma

(4.8 Reviews)

A delicious and spicy South Indian breakfast made with toasted bread cubes, onions, tomatoes, and aromatic spices. This quick 15-minute recipe transforms leftover bread into a flavorful, savory dish perfect for breakfast or evening snacks.

Prep

10 mins

Cook

15 mins

Yields

2-3 Servings

Level

Easy
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
353 Calories
11g Protein
40g Carbs
18g Fat
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Ingredients (17 Items)

Main Ingredients
Tempering & Spices

Cooking Instructions

1
Prepare the Bread

In a pan toast the bread till it is brown and crispy. Remove from the heat and cut the bread into cubes.

2
Start the Tempering

In another pan heat oil, add mustard seeds, urad dal. Once it starts to splutter add asafoetida, chopped ginger, green chilli and curry leaves.

3
Saute Onions

Add one finely chopped onion and saute it until it turns golden brown.

4
Cook Tomatoes

Add one finely chopped tomato and cook until it turns mushy.

5
Add Spices & Peanuts

Add turmeric powder, chilli powder, lemon juice and roasted peanuts.

6
Create Masala Base

Add 4 tbsp of water and cook until the mixture thickens.

7
Add Bread

Add the toasted and chopped bread cubes.

8
Garnish & Serve

Combine everything together for 2 mins, add the coriander leaves and remove from heat. Serve hot!

Chef's Tips
  • Use slightly stale bread for better texture and to prevent sogginess
  • Toast the bread well until crispy on both sides
  • Don't over-mix after adding bread cubes to maintain texture
  • Adjust spice levels according to your preference
  • Serve immediately while hot and crispy for best taste

Customer Reviews

Overall Rating
4.8

Based on 4 reviews

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Priya S.
2 weeks ago
Excellent Quick Breakfast!

Perfect recipe for busy mornings. The bread stays crispy and the spice balance is just right. My family loves it!

RM
Rahul M.
1 month ago
Great Way to Use Leftover Bread

Simple and tasty recipe. Takes only 15 minutes and tastes amazing with a cup of coffee. Will definitely make again!

AK
Anjali K.
3 weeks ago
Kids Approved!

My kids who usually don't like upma loved this bread version. Perfect for school mornings when we're running late.