Upma or Sajjige Avalakki, popularly known as Sajjige Bajil recipe is a common breakfast in every household of almost all Tulu and non-Tulu speaking of Coastal Karnataka. It is prepared with a few ingredients like semolina, Poha, a few roasted dal, and spices for tempering and is a staple, instant food in most South Indian homes.

Sajjige has to be non-sticky, and fluffy and there are a few techniques to achieve this. Sajjige Bajil is a tasty combination of different recipes made from semolina and Poha, however, when eaten together it tastes like heaven.

Mangalorean Sajjige Bajil Recipe 2025 History

Even though this recipe has been made for ages in coastal Karnataka, it still holds the same place in people’s hearts. May it be wedding ceremonies, when families get together or any other event, this Sajjige Bajil is a go-to breakfast option.

Let us see how to make this authentic Mangalorean Sajjige Bajil Recipe. Made from semolina and Poha, Sajjige Bajil is a traditional breakfast recipe of Mangalore and neighboring places.

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• Semolina is good for weight loss.
• Both semolina and beaten rice are rich in iron and gluten and have nutrients like carbohydrates and fibre.
• Helps in maintaining blood sugar.
• This recipe is a staple and keeps the stomach full for long hours.

Sajjige Bajil Recipe Quick Steps

Step 1:Preparation For Sajjige

Step 2: Adding Ingredients For Sajjige

Step 3: Preparation For Sajjige Bajil

Step 4: Serving Sajjige Bajil

Mangalorean Sajjige Bajil Recipe

Let us see how to make this authentic Mangalorean Sajjige Bajil Recipe. Made from semolina and Poha, Sajjige Bajil is a traditional breakfast recipe.

Type: Snacks

Cuisine: Indian

Keywords: Mangalorean Sajjige Bajil Recipe, Sajjige Bajil Tulu Recipe, sajjige bajil udupi recipe

Recipe Yield: 3

Calories: 931.89 calories

Preparation Time: PT10M

Cooking Time: PT20M

Total Time: PT30M

Recipe Video Name: Mangalorean Sajjige Bajil Recipe

Recipe Video Description: Let us see how to make this authentic Mangalorean Sajjige Bajil Recipe. Made from semolina and Poha, Sajjige Bajil is a traditional breakfast recipe.

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Recipe Ingredients:

• 500g Semolina/Rava (Sajjige)
• 1-1.5 tsp mustard
• 1.5 tbsp urad dal
• 2 tbsp chana dal
• 3 tbsp ground nut
• 2 dry red chilies
• 2 sprigs curry leaves
• Coriander Leaves
• 2 green chilies
• 2 inch ginger finely chopped
• ½ cup grated coconut
• 1 tbsp sugar
• salt
• 2 spoon lemon juice
• ½ cup coconut oil or ghee
• 1 litre water
• Poha/Beaten rice
• ½ cup grated coconut
• ¼ tsp turmeric powder
• 5-6 tbsp coconut oil
• 3 dry red chilies
• 1.5 tbsp coriander seeds
• Jaggery
• 2 inch long Tamarind piece

Recipe Instructions:

Preparation For Sajjige:

Making Sajjige Recipe

In a pan, fry nuts, lentils, mustard, dry chili, curry leaves in oil/ghee and add semolina and roast it. Now add ginger, salt, and green chili, saute well, and Add boiling water, combine well all the ingredients.

Adding Ingredients For Sajjige

When the water content is almost absorbed, add grated coconut, and sugar. Cook for a few more minutes, Finish it off by adding a few drops of ghee on top along with coriander leaves and lemon juice.

Preparation For Bajil Recipe:

Making Sajjige Bajil

In a small pan, add ghee/ oil, dry chili, and coriander seeds, and roast well. Coarse grind grated coconut, jaggery, roasted chili, and coriander, along with salt in a mixer, and transfer to a bowl. To this add the tempering made from urad dal, mustard, and oil.

Serving Sajjige Bajil

Combine well with the prepared coarse chutney. Add Poha to the above mixture in batches. Check for seasoning, Bajil is ready to serve. Serve Sajjige and Bajil together on a plate.