Poha Recipe (Flattened Rice Dish)
Poha is a light, healthy, and quick Indian breakfast made with flattened rice, onions, potatoes, and mild spices. It's easy to make and a comfort meal perfect for any day.
Equipment
- 1 Colander or Sieve
- 1 Kadhai / Deep Pan
- 1 Spatula or Wooden Spoon
- 1 Knife and chopping board
- 1 Serving Plate or Bowl
Ingredients
- 1 cup Poha thick flattened rice
- ½ tsp Turmeric powder
- ½ tsp Salt adjust to taste
- ¼ tsp Sugar optional
- ½ cup Lemon Juice
- 1 tbsp Cooking oil
- ½ tsp Mustard seeds
- ½ tsp Cumin seeds
- 10 Curry leaves
- 1 Green chili finely chopped
- 1 small Onion finely chopped
- 1 small Potato diced into small cubes
- 1 tbsp Raw peanuts
- ¼ tsp Red chili powder optional
- ¼ cup Green peas
- ¼ cup Carrots finely chopped
- 2 tbsp Coriander leaves chopped
- Sev optional
Instructions
- Place the poha in a sieve or colander over a bowl and rinse gently under running water for a few seconds without soaking. Let the excess water drain completely and set aside for a few minutes.
- Heat oil in a pan, add raw peanuts, and roast them until golden. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, to prepare the tempering. Heat oil, add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, curry leaves, and chopped green chilies. Sauté until fragrant, then add chopped onions and cook until soft and translucent.
- Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, roasted peanuts, and salt. Stir well, then gently add the rinsed poha. Mix everything on low flame until evenly coated.
- Turn off the flame, squeeze some lemon juice over the poha, and give it a final toss.
- Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves and, if desired, sprinkle sev for extra crunch. Serve hot with a cup of tea or chutney.
Notes
- Use thick poha for best texture.
- Do not overmix to avoid mushiness.
- Add your favorite vegetables for extra nutrition.