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Bread Upma Recipe

Published: Oct 13, 2018 · Modified: Apr 26, 2022 by Bhavana Patil ·This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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Bread Upma recipe is an easy, healthy South Indian style breakfast or snack that can be prepared with leftover or fresh bread with a few vegetables in less than 15 minutes. It tastes best when served hot. Perfect for Kids after school snacks or kids lunch box too!

Bread Upma served in a plate garnished with coriander leaves
Bread Upma

When you feel really lazy and want a quick fix, this healthy bread upma is one option. I have made it healthy by using multigrain bread. My daughter loves this bread upma with vegetables, and she usually pairs it with ketchup 🙂

Some similar breakfast recipes to try

Some upma recipes from our page Semiya Upma, Little Millet Upma, Avrekalu Upma, Rava Upma, Quinoa Upma, Cauliflower Rice Upma, and Spinach Upma.

Bread Upma Ingredients

  • Bread: use either wheat or multigrain bread.
  • Oil: Use any cooking oil.
  • Mustard seeds, cumin & urad dal: added for tempering.
  • Green chilies: I have used 2 Thai green chilies.
  • Curry leaves: this is added to enhance the flavor.
  • Ginger: use minced or grated ginger.
  • Hing (Asafoetida): used for flavoring. You can also use gluten-free asafoetida.
  • Onion: I have used finely chopped onions.
  • Tomato: I have used finely chopped tomatoes.
  • Dry spices: used turmeric, red chili powder, and garam masala powder.
  • Lemon juice: freshly squeezed lemon juice tastes the best.
  • Garnish: use freshly chopped coriander leaves.

How to Make Bread Upma Recipe

Toast the bread on low flame in a pan without oil or use a toaster for toasting bread. This step is optional.

step to toast the bread on tawa collage

Cut the toasted bread slices into bite-size pieces and keep them ready. I have used multigrain bread for healthier choices. You can use any whole grain or even white bread for this recipe.

step to cut toasted bread into pieces collage

Add oil in a heavy bottom pan, add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, urad dal, and saute for 1 minute until dals start changing color.

Next, add chopped ginger, green chilies, asafetida (hing), and curry leaves. Saute another 20 secs.

Followed by finely chopped onions and saute till they are translucent.

step to prepare tempering collage

Then add chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala, salt, and cook them till soft.

step to cook tomatoes with spices collage

Now add in the chopped toasted bread pieces and mix well.

On medium-low flame cover and cook for 1-2 minutes. When done, switch off the flame.

step to add bread pieces and mix collage

Squeeze some lemon juice and garnish with coriander leaves. Serve the South Indian Style Bread Upma/Poha recipe Immediately.

Tips & Variations for Bread Upma

  • Use either brown, wheat, or multigrain bread for healthier bread upma.
  • You can add peanuts or cashews while tempering, adding crunchiness and richness to the dish.
  • I highly recommend toasting or grilling the bread before, this helps to avoid upma from becoming soggy. But if you dont have time to toast, just used the regular bread.
  • You can also add some veggies like green peas, carrots, and sweet corn to make it healthy.
bread upma served in a black plate garnished with cilantro
bread upma

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bread upma served on a black plate garnished with coriander leaves

Bread Upma Recipe

Bhavana Patil
Bread Upma recipe is one of the easiest breakfast or snack that can be prepared with leftover or fresh bread in less than 15 minutes.
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Servings: 2
Calories : 433
Course: Breakfast, evening snack
Cuisine: Indian
Diet: Vegan, Vegetarian
Method: Stovetop
Prep Time : 10 minutes
Cook Time : 10 minutes
Total Time : 20 minutes

Ingredients
  

Measuring cup used 1 cup = 250 ml

  • 5 large slices Wholegrain Multigrain Bread / White Bread
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • ½ teaspoon cumin (jeera) seeds
  • 1 teaspoon split urad dal (optional)
  • a pinch asafoetida (hing)
  • 2 green chili finely chopped
  • ½ teaspoon ginger grated
  • 1 stalk curry leaves
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 1 large tomato finely chopped
  • ½ teaspoon red chilli powder
  • ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
  • ½ teaspoon garam masala powder (optional)
  • salt to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoon coriander leaves chopped

Instructions
 

  • Toast the bread on low flame in a pan without oil or use a toaster for toasting bread. This step is optional.
    step to toast the bread on tawa collage
  • Cut the toasted bread slices into bite-size pieces and keep them ready. I have used multigrain bread for healthier choices. You can use any whole grain or even white bread for this recipe.
    step to cut toasted bread into pieces collage
  • Add oil in a heavy bottom pan, add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, urad dal, and saute for 1 minute until dals start changing color.
  • Next, add chopped ginger, green chilies, asafetida (hing), and curry leaves. Saute another 20 secs.
  • Followed by finely chopped onions and saute till they are translucent.
    step to prepare tempering collage
  • Then add chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala, salt and cook them till soft.
    step to cook tomatoes with spices collage
  • Now add in the chopped toasted bread pieces and mix well.
  • On medium-low flame cover and cook for 1-2 minutes. When done, switch off the flame.
    step to add bread pieces and mix collage
  • Squeeze some lime juice and garnish with coriander leaves and Serve Bread Upma Immediately.
    bread upma served on a black plate garnished with coriander leaves

Notes

Tips & Variations:

  • Use brown, wheat, or multigrain bread for healthier bread upma.
  • You can add peanuts or cashews while tempering, adding crunchiness and richness to the dish.
  • I highly recommend toasting or grilling the bread before, this helps to avoid upma from becoming soggy. But if you dont have time to toast, just used the regular bread.
  • You can also add some veggies like green peas, carrots, and sweet corn to make it healthy.

Nutrition

Calories: 433kcalCarbohydrates: 49gProtein: 8gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 651mgPotassium: 588mgFiber: 8gSugar: 12g
Keyword After School Snack, Bachelor's food, bread recipes, bread upma, breakfast recipes, dairy free, evening snack, Healthy Eating, Leftover Makeovers, nut-free, recipe for kids, south indian, under 15 minutes, vegan
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