Poha Recipe

Poha Recipe

Poha is a quick and easy Indian breakfast recipe. It is perfect for busy mornings and can be prepared in a short time with simple ingredients.

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by Anu
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20 min (10m prep, 10m cook)
4 servings
IndianBreakfastVegetarianVeganPescatarianDairy-FreeGluten-FreeEgg-FreeShellfish-FreeFish-FreeSesame-Free

Ingredients

Servings:
4
  • 2 cup Thick Poha (flattened rice) (rinsed and drained)
  • 1 medium Tamato (peeled and diced into small cubes)
  • 1 medium Onion (finely chopped)
  • 1 cup Peanuts
  • 2 piece Green chilies (slit lengthwise (adjust to taste))
  • 8 piece Curry leaves
  • 1 tsp Mustard seeds
  • 1 tsp Turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp Sugar
  • to taste Salt
  • 2 tbsp Lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp Fresh coriander leaves (chopped, for garnish)
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
  • 1 cup Water (for steaming)
  • 1 tbsp Red chilli powder

Instructions

  1. 1

    Wash the poha and keep it aside.

  2. 2

    Heat oil in a pan.

  3. 3

    Add mustard seeds and peanuts.

  4. 4

    Add onion and tomato.

  5. 5

    Add spices and poha.

  6. 6

    Cook for 2–3 minutes.

  7. 7

    Mix coriander leaves

  8. 8

    Serve hot

Chef's Tips

  • 💡Do not soak poha too long.
  • 💡Add peas for extra taste.
  • 💡Use lemon juice for freshness.
  • 💡Serve hot with tea, or chutney.

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