ಶ್ಯಾವಿಗೆ ಉಪ್ಪಿಟ್ಟು (Rice Noodles Upma)

Ingredients :
1 packet of fine rice noodles
1 big onion chopped
2 green chilies – finely chopped (depending on how spicy you prefer)
1 tsp finely chopped ginger
i tsp each - Channa Dal, Urad Dal
1/2 Cup Peanuts
1/2 Cup Green Peas
Juice of one lemon
Pinch of turmeric
½ tsp mustard seeds
Coriander leaves – chopped (save some for garnishing)
Curry leaves
Salt to taste
Oil for seasoning
Fresh grated coconut for garnish.

Method :

In a deep pan boil water add few drops of oil. Add noodles and cook till they are soft. Do not overcook the noodles. Drain all the water. Again rinse these cokked noodles in cold water and drain again. This is to remove the extra starch so that the noodles will not stick together when they are cold. Keep aside.

In a shallow wide pan, heat oil and mustard seeds.
When the mustard seeds start splattering, add peanuts, channa dal and Urad dal.
When they are slightly brown, add green chilies, ginger, and onion.
Fry the mixture for a while. Add Curry leaves and fry for some more until the onions are golden.
Add turmeric, salt and coriander leaves and mix well.
Reduce the heat. Add the cooked noodles and mix well, but gently so that the noodles won't break, till all the noodles get the yellow color of turmeric and all the seasoning.
Turn off the heat. Add lemon juice and mix well again. Garnish with fresh grated coconut and chopped coriander leaves.

Serve hot for breakfast.