Assemble ingredients

In moderately heated pan add oil, add mustard seeds + curry leaves and allow to sizzle, then add Onion + grated ginger + green chilli and stir fry for 2-3 minutes.

Add corn and sauté for 1 minute, then add semolina and roast for 2-3 minutes. Add sugar + salt at this stage.

Then add water and keep stirring, water evaporates as semolina cooks. Add salt as required and mixture thickens.

Simmer for around 2 minutes under low flame, add ghee + roasted cashews (optional) and mix well. Upma is done.

Corn Upma is ready to serve.