Light, Healthy & Delicious Vermicelli Upma

I Stock By : Naina Rawool October 14. 2025

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Ingredients for the Vermicelli Upma

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Roast the Vermicelli

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Tempering the Spices

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Boiling Water & Seasoning

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Cooking the Vermicelli

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Garnish and Serve

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