Poha
Poha is a popular Indian dish made from flattened rice, typically seasoned with mustard seeds, curry leaves, turmeric, and various vegetables and spices. It’s a delicious and nutritious breakfast or snack option enjoyed in many parts of India.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Poha (flattened rice)
- 1 large onion finely chopped
- 1-2 green chilies chopped
- 1 small potato peeled and diced
- 1/2 cup green peas
- 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
- 1/2 tsp mustard seeds
- 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
- 8-10 curry leaves
- 2 tbsp oil
- Salt to taste
- Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Rinse the poha in a colander under running water until it softens. Set aside.
- Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds. Once they start to splutter, add cumin seeds and curry leaves.
- Add chopped onions, green chilies, and sauté until onions turn translucent.
- Add diced potatoes and green peas. Cook until the potatoes are tender.
- Add turmeric powder and salt to taste. Mix well.
- Add the rinsed poha to the pan and gently toss everything together until well combined.
- Cover and cook for 2-3 minutes on low heat.
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
- Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side.
- Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 467kcal (23%)Carbohydrates: 89g (30%)Protein: 9g (18%)Fat: 8g (12%)Saturated Fat: 1g (6%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.03gSodium: 48mg (2%)Potassium: 392mg (11%)Fiber: 4g (17%)Sugar: 3g (3%)Vitamin A: 219IU (4%)Vitamin C: 60mg (73%)Calcium: 55mg (6%)Iron: 2mg (11%)
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
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