Poha Recipe

Poha is a traditional Indian breakfast dish made with flattened rice flakes that are tempered with spices and cooked with vegetables. It is a light and fluffy dish with a tangy and savory flavor, often enjoyed with a cup of tea or as a quick snack.

Poha Recipe

Author: Taste Spread Cooking Method: Cooked Cuisine: Indian Courses: Breakfast Recipe Keys: Kids Vegan Vegetarian Meals

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Prep Time 10 mins Cook Time 10 mins Total Time 20 mins Difficulty: Beginner Servings: 2 Calories: 250 calories Best Season: Spring

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup poha (flattened rice)
• ¹⁄₂ cup finely chopped onion
• ¹⁄₄ cup finely chopped carrot
• ¹⁄₄ cup finely chopped green beans
• ¹⁄₄ green peas
• 2 green chilies, finely chopped
• 1 tsp mustard seeds
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• ¹⁄₂ tsp turmeric powder
• ¹⁄₂ tsp red chili powder
• 1 tbsp oil
• Salt to taste
• Fresh coriander leaves, chopped for garnish
• Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

1. Rinse the poha in running water until it softens, then drain the water completely and set it aside.

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2. Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds. Let them crackle.

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3. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.

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4. Add chopped onion and green chilies, sauté until the onion turns translucent.

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5. Add chopped vegetables, turmeric powder, and red chili powder (if using). Mix well and sauté for a couple of minutes until the vegetables are cooked.

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6. Add salt to taste and mix well.

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7. Add the rinsed poha and gently mix everything together until the poha is evenly coated with the vegetables.

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8. Cover the pan and let it cook for 2-3 minutes on low flame.

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9. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with lemon wedges.

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Note

1. You can add vegetables of your choice
2. Red chili powder as an optional
3. Green peas should be fresh or frozen