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.
Ingredients
- 2 cups 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 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 tablespoon oil
- Salt to taste
- Fresh coriander leaves, chopped for garnish
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Rinse the poha in running water until it softens, then drain the water completely and set it aside.
- Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds. Let them crackle.
- Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
- Add chopped onion and green chilies, sauté until the onion turns translucent.
- 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.
- Add salt to taste and mix well.
- Add the rinsed poha and gently mix everything together until the poha is evenly coated with the vegetables.
- Cover the pan and let it cook for 2-3 minutes on low flame.
- Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with lemon wedges.
Note
- You can add vegetables of your choice
- Red chili powder as an optional
- Green peas should be fresh or frozen