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![]() Upma | |
Alternative names | Uppuma, Uppittu, Uppumavu, Uppindi, Kharabath, Upeet, Rulanv |
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Course | Breakfast |
Place of origin | India |
Main ingredients | Semolina or coarse rice flour |
Upma, uppumavu, or uppittu is a dish of thick porridge from dry-roasted semolina or coarse rice flour.[1] It originates from India, most common in Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Telangana,[2] Karnataka, Maharashtrian, and Sri Lankan Tamil dish. Various seasonings and/or vegetables are often added during the cooking, depending on individual preferences.
Upma is known for being a quick meal, served for breakfast or dinner.