About
Semiya is a type of vermicelli popular in South India, especially in Tamil Nadu. It is can be served as a sweet dish, cooked in milk and sugar, and garnished with nuts and raisins. It can also be served as a savory dish, cooked with vegetables and spices. Semiya is a popular breakfast dish in India, and is often served with chutney or sambar.
Macronutrients Breakdown
Proteins
8.7
Fats
78.3
Carbs
0.4
Fibre
9.3
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Recipe
Ingredients
semiya
1 cup
chopped onion
1/2 cup
chopped carrots
1/4 cup
chopped green beans
1/4 cup
chopped green bell pepper
1/4 cup
chopped tomatoes
1/4 cup
mustard seeds
1 teaspoon
cumin seeds
1 teaspoon
urad dal
1 teaspoon
chana dal
1 teaspoon
ginger
1 teaspoon
garlic paste
red chilli powder
1 teaspoon
turmeric powder
1 teaspoon
coriander powder
1 teaspoon
garam masala
1 teaspoon
oil
2 tablespoons
Salt to taste
water
2 cups
chopped coriander leaves
2 tablespoons
Directions
Step 1:
Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
Step 2:
Add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, urad dal, and chana dal. Fry until they start to splutter.
Step 3:
Add chopped onion, carrots, green beans, and bell pepper. Fry for 2-3 minutes.
Step 4:
Add ginger-garlic paste, red chilli powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, and garam masala. Fry for 1 minute.
Step 5:
Add the semiya and fry for 2-3 minutes.
Step 6:
Add chopped tomatoes and fry for 1 minute.
Step 7:
Add 2 cups of water and salt to taste. Bring to a boil.
Step 8:
Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes or until the semolina is cooked.
Step 9:
Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot.
Did you know?
How many users have tracked it?
We've got some serious foodies in our community! 12113 users have chowed down on Semiya a whopping 16132 times.
Where was it consumed the most?
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When was it eaten the most?
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Who preferred this food the most?
It's official: Semiya is the food of choice for less-than15 male, with people of 15-20 BMI also on board.
How many users have tracked it?
We've got some serious foodies in our community! 12113 users have chowed down on Semiya a whopping 16132 times.
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