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Instant Pot Vermicelli Upma

by Shilpa · 5 Comments

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Vermicelli upma is an easy breakfast dish made with vermicelli. This incredibly delicious upma looks like noodles and is loved by the kids. Sevai upma is perfect for breakfast, lunchbox, or even quick dinner. When made in an Instant Pot, this vegan dish is ready in 15 minutes.
instant pot vermicelli upma

Instant Pot vermicelli upma step-by-step recipe with video and photos.

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About this recipe

Vermicelli upma is an easy breakfast dish made with vermicelli. This incredibly delicious upma looks like noodles and is loved by the kids. Sevai upma is perfect for breakfast, lunchbox, or even quick dinner. When made in an Instant Pot, this vegan dish is ready in 15 minutes. This shavige upma is a tasty take on the classic dish semolina upma. Upma itself has many other variations - it can be made with quinoa, oats, bread, etc.

Vermicelli is a popular Indian variety of pasta made of wheat. It is similar to spaghetti but is thinner and broken into small bits. The Indian variety is different from the rice vermicelli which is commonly used in Asian cuisine. It is called semiya or sevai in Hindi and shavige in Kannada. It is used to make many Indian dishes, both sweet and savory.

Click here to see the difference between making upma in an Instant Pot versus stovetop. Read on for ingredients, useful tips, and step-by-step instructions to make this delicious semiya upma. Don't forget to serve it along with a strong cup of authentic South Indian filter coffee.

instant pot vermicelli upma

Ingredients

ingredients to make instant pot vermicelli upma

Vermicelli: I have used roasted vermicelli in this dish. If it is not roasted, roast it first until it is golden brown before using it (see tips section below).

Vegetables: I have used onion, green beans, peas, and corn kernels.

Spices: I use mustard seeds and turmeric powder.

Other ingredients: Cashew, ginger, green chili, curry leaves, coriander leaves, and lemon/lime juice.

instant pot vermicelli upma

Step-by-step instructions

1. Set the Instant Pot in saute mode and add oil. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.

2. Add curry leaves and cashew. Saute for one minute.

heat oil and add mustard seeds.
seasoning in IP.

3. Add onions and saute for 3 minutes (until onion is translucent).

chopped onion.
onion turns translucent.

4. Add ginger and green chili. Saute for one more minute.

add ginger and chili.
saute fo one minute.

5. Add the vegetables, turmeric powder, and salt. Mix well.

add chopped vegetables.
mix well and saute.

6. Add water and deglaze the pot.

7. Add the roasted vermicelli and mix well.

add water and mix.
vermicelli in IP.

8. Mix well and secure the Instant Pot lid. Set the Instant pot to pressure cook for one minute (on high pressure).

mix well.
pressure cook for 1 minute.

9. Do a quick release of the pressure and open the lid. Add coriander leaves and lemon juice. Mix gently

release pressure and open lid.
add cilantro and lemon juice.
mix well.
vermicelli upma made in instant pot

Useful tips

Use roasted vermicelli. If it is not roasted, first roast it in one teaspoon of oil until it is golden brown.

I have used green beans, peas, and corn kernels, in the recipe. You can also use carrots, capsicum (bell pepper), potatoes, fresh hyacinth beans, cauliflower, broccoli, etc.

I am using cashew in this recipe. This is optional and can be skipped for a nut-free version.

The vermicelli to water ratio is 1:1.5. Do not add more water or the upma will become mushy.

It is important to do a quick release of the pressure. If you do a natural release, the vermicelli will overcook.

You may also like:
1. Coconut chutney.
2. Meethi seviyan.
3. Sabudana khichdi.

instant pot vermicelli upma

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Bonus

This Instant Pot vermicelli upma is:
- quick and easy
- ready in 15 minutes
- healthy and loaded with veggies
- perfect for lunchboxes

instant pot vermicelli upma

Recipe card

Instant Pot Vermicelli Upma (Semiya Upma)

Vermicelli upma is an easy breakfast dish made with vermicelli. This incredibly delicious upma looks like noodles and is loved by the kids. Sevai upma is perfect for breakfast, lunchbox, or even quick dinner. When made in an Instant Pot, this vegan dish is ready in 15 minutes.
5 from 8 votes
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Author: Shilpa
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Indian
Servings: 6
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 cups vermicelli roasted
  • 2 tablespoon oil
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • 10 curry leaves
  • 8-10 cashew
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • ½ inch ginger grated
  • 1-2 green chili finely chopped
  • ½ cup peas (fresh or frozen)
  • ½ cup corn kernels
  • 8-10 green beans chopped
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoon coriander leaves (cilantro)
  • 3 cups water

Instructions

  • Set the Instant Pot in saute mode and add oil
  • Add mustard seeds and let them splutter
  • Add curry leaves and cashew. Saute for one minute
  • Add onions and saute for 3 minutes (until onion is translucent)
  • Add ginger and green chili. Saute for one more minute
  • Add the vegetables, turmeric powder, and salt. Mix well
  • Add 3 cups of water. Mix well and deglaze the pot
  • Add the roasted vermicelli. Mix well and secure the Instant Pot lid
  • Set the Instant pot to pressure cook for one minute (on high pressure)
  • Do a quick release of the pressure and open the lid
  • Add coriander leaves and lemon juice. Mix gently
  • Upma is ready to be served

Video

Notes

See the tips section above for useful tips to make this dish.
Nutrition Facts
Instant Pot Vermicelli Upma (Semiya Upma)
Amount per Serving
Calories
211
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
6
g
9
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Trans Fat
 
1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
4
g
Sodium
 
60
mg
3
%
Potassium
 
182
mg
5
%
Carbohydrates
 
32
g
11
%
Fiber
 
3
g
13
%
Sugar
 
3
g
3
%
Protein
 
6
g
12
%
Vitamin A
 
222
IU
4
%
Vitamin C
 
42
mg
51
%
Calcium
 
29
mg
3
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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  1. Kayla DiMaggio says

    December 13, 2021 at 7:19 am

    5 stars
    Yum! This instant pot vermicelli was so delicious! The flavors were bold and it made for a great dinner!

  2. Natalie says

    December 13, 2021 at 9:42 am

    5 stars
    This looks delicious. And it's quite easy to make. I think I'll add this to my to-try list. Thnaks!

  3. Jacqui says

    December 13, 2021 at 3:19 pm

    5 stars
    A great and tasty recipe! I really enjoyed the step by step guide, thank you so much for sharing.

  4. nancy says

    December 13, 2021 at 4:02 pm

    5 stars
    warm breakfasts are the best!

  5. Marinela says

    December 13, 2021 at 7:43 pm

    5 stars
    You always make such healthy, colorful dishes, Shilpa! This vermicelli upma is so delightful! A quick and easy nutrient-rich breakfast idea. Thanks!

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