Spaghetti Squash Upma
Upma, a dish originating in the Indian subcontinent is usually made with either semolina or vermicelli and most commonly enjoyed for breakfast or snack. Due to the identical texture, Spaghetti Squash is the perfect substitute for Vermicelli making this Upma Whole30 compatible, Gluten-free and just a healthier alternative. To up the nutrition, you can add other veggies to this Upma such as Peas, Carrots & Green beans... and don't forget the Cashews and coconut as they add healthy fats to this Upma.
10 minutes
30 minutes
Difficulty:
Intermediate
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| This is our estimate based on online research. | |
| Calories: | 220 |
| Fat: | 11 g |
| Carbohydrates: | 25 g |
| Protein: | 8 g |
| Cholesterol: | 14 g |
| Sodium: | 577 mg |
| Fiber: | 1 g |
| Sugars: | 1 g |
| Calculated per serving. | |
Serves: 4
Ingredients
- 1 whole1 whole1 whole Spaghetti Squash
- 1 tsp1 tsp1 tsp Avocado Oil
- 1 Tbsp1 Tbsp1 Tbsp Ghee, or other cooking oil
- 1 tsp1 tsp1 tsp Mustard Seeds
- 4 - 5 whole4 - 5 whole4 - 5 whole Curry Leaves
- 1 - 2 whole1 - 2 whole1 - 2 whole Green Chilies, chopped, adjust if needed
- 0.25 cup0.25 cup0.25 cup Raw Cashews, halved
- 1 pinch1 pinch1 pinch Turmeric Powder
- 1 - 2 tsp1 - 2 tsp1 - 2 tsp Salt
- 1 Tbsp1 Tbsp1 Tbsp Coconut, shredded, thaw if using frozen
- 1 Tbsp1 Tbsp1 Tbsp Cilantro, chopped
- 1 tsp1 tsp1 tsp Lime Juice
Process
Note, these instructions are written assuming the standard serving size, since you have modified the number of servings, these steps may need to be modified for best results
- Preheat the oven at 400F.
- Cut the spaghetti squash in half vertically. Remove the seeds, apply oil and salt to the inside.
- In a baking sheet, put the spaghetti squash facing down and bake at 400F for 20 mins.
- Allow it to cool a little bit and then shred using a fork.
- In a heated skillet, add ghee followed by mustard seeds.
- When the mustard seeds crackle, add curry leaves and green chilies (swap with de-seeded chopped jalapeno or dried red chilies).
- Add turmeric powder, cashews and sauté for 2 mins.
- Turn off the stove. Add spaghetti squash, salt, coconut, cilantro and lime juice.
- Toss it well but do not over-mix.
- Garnish with more coconut and cilantro, if needed. Enjoy!
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