Vegan Poha

Vegan Poha pinit

A quick and healthy breakfast or snack made with flattened rice, spices, and vegetables. Vegan Poha is light yet filling, perfect for a nutritious start to the day or a quick meal anytime.

Prep Time 10 mins Cook Time 10 mins Total Time 20 mins Difficulty: Beginner Servings: 1 Calories: 250 Best Season: All Year

Ingredients

For the Masala Paste (Optional for added flavor)

For the Poha

Instructions

Prepare the Masala Paste (Optional)

  1. Blend coriander leaves, green chili, garlic, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt into a smooth paste. Set aside.

Prepare the Poha

  1. Rinse the poha under running water in a sieve for about 10 seconds. Ensure it softens but doesn’t turn mushy. Set aside to drain.
  2. Heat oil in a pan on medium flame. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
  3. Add curry leaves and slit green chili. Sauté for 30 seconds.
  4. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
  5. Stir in turmeric powder and mix well.

Combine Everything

  1. Add the drained poha to the pan and mix gently with the spiced onion mixture.
  2. Stir in salt and mix until poha is evenly coated with spices.
  3. Add the prepared masala paste (optional) for enhanced flavor. Mix thoroughly but gently.

Garnish and Serve

  1. Add roasted peanuts, lemon juice, and fresh coriander leaves. Mix well.
  2. Remove from heat and serve warm.

Note

  • Be cautious not to over-soak or rinse poha too much, as it may become mushy. Just rinse until soft.
  • Add finely chopped vegetables like carrots, peas, or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
  • Use cashews or skip nuts for a nut-free version.
  • Storage: Best eaten fresh but can be refrigerated for up to a day and reheated.

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