Thayir Semiya Recipe (Curd Semiya)

Total Time: 35 minutes

Cuisine: Indian

Ingredients:

  • cashew nuts
  • asafoetida (hing)
  • mustard seeds
  • curd
  • white urad dal (split)
  • semiya (vermicelli)
  • curry leaves
  • peanuts (moongphali)
  • sunflower oil

Instructions:

  • To begin making the Thayir Semiya recipe, firstly boil the vermicelli in 2 cups water
  • Drain it and spread on a colander
  • Pass cold water through it
  • This ensures that the vermicelli does not become sticky
  • Keep it aside and let it cool down
  • Heat a kadai/wok and add oil
  • Add the peanuts and roast till it turns brownish
  • Remove and keep it aside
  • In the same kadai, add more oil if needed and add the mustard seeds and after it splutters add the other ingredients meant for tempering
  • Add the boiled vermicelli and mix everything
  • Add salt to taste and mix
  • Finally just before serving add curd and mix well
  • Serve Thayir Semiya on its own for a light and healthy lunch or dinner