Curd Semiya

Looking for an alternative to the usual curd rice? What about mixing curd with semiya (vermicelli) for a change. Wondering how? Well, here's the recipe for a simple, yet tasty dish. Perfect for lazy days, this curd semiya can be whipped up in a jiffy.

Ingredients

1 cup semiya (vermicelli)

1 cup curd

1 tsp mustard seeds

1 tsp urad dal

1 tsp ajwain

2 green chillies, slit

A sprig of curry leaves

3 dried chillies

Pinch of hing

1/4 cup frozen vegetables ( I used the frozen version. But you can of course use fresh vegetables)

Salt to taste 

Oil

Garnish options: Coriander leaves, grated carrots, pomegranates, etc

How to make

1. Cook semiya in boiling water and a drop of oil. Stir to prevent formation of lumps. 

2. Once cooked, drain and leave to cool.

3. Add a drop of oil to a pan, followed by the rest of the ingredients and salt to taste. 

4. Meanwhile, add curd to the cooled semiya and then the rest of the ingredients. Mix well.  Garnish with coriander leaves or any of the above mentioned.