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Healthy Poha Recipe

Healthy Poha Recipe

Ingredients:
  • 1 cup flattened rice (poha), rinsed and drained
  • 1 tablespoon oil (preferably olive oil or any other cooking oil)
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 1 green chili, finely chopped (adjust according to your spice preference)
  • 1/2 inch ginger, grated or finely chopped
  • 1 potato, peeled and diced
  • 1 carrot, peeled and diced
  • 1/2 cup green peas (fresh or frozen)
  • 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • Salt to taste
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Fresh coriander leaves, chopped, for garnish
  • Roasted peanuts or cashews, for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
  1. Rinse the flattened rice (poha) under running water in a sieve or colander. Drain well and set aside.
  2. Heat oil in a large pan or skillet over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds. Let them crackle.
  3. Add finely chopped onions, green chili, and grated ginger. Sauté until onions turn translucent.
  4. Add diced potatoes, carrots, and green peas. Stir well to combine.
  5. Sprinkle turmeric powder and salt over the vegetables. Mix well.
  6. Cover the pan and let the vegetables cook for 5-7 minutes or until they are tender.
  7. Once the vegetables are cooked, add the rinsed flattened rice (poha) to the pan. Gently mix everything together.
  8. Cover the pan and cook for another 2-3 minutes on low heat, allowing the flavors to meld.
  9. Turn off the heat and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the poha. Mix well.
  10. Garnish with chopped fresh coriander leaves and roasted peanuts or cashews (if using).
  11. Serve hot and enjoy your healthy Indian Poha.

 

Feel free to adjust the vegetables and spices according to your preference. You can also add grated coconut or chopped tomatoes for extra flavor.