Poha, made from flattened rice, is an easy-to-cook, nutritious snack. Poha is an easily digestible food and is rich in carbohydrates, providing enough energy. Poha is also a good source of dietary iron. This dish is beneficial for pregnant women and children due to its iron content. Poha is also low in gluten. It is a good option for breakfast if you have a busy schedule or are looking for less oily breakfast recipes.
Ingredients
Onion -1
Green chilli-3
Tomato -1
Mustard seed -1 tsp
Urad dal – 1 tsp
Ground nut – 1/2 cup
Flattened rice-1 cup
Oil-3tsp
Lemon- 1/2(optional)
Curry leaves- 1 slit
Coriander leaves- 2 spoons
Turmeric powder – a pinch
Steps
Wash the flattened rice two to three times and keep aside. Keep in mind, do not soak.
Heat a pan and apply three tablespoons of oil.
Once the oil is hot, put mustard seed and urad dal.
Once the mustard starts spluttering, add curry leaves and green chilly. Add ground nuts and fry.
Don’t fry till the ground nuts become black.
Apply washed, flattened rice and stir gently.
Put a pinch of turmeric powder. It’s just for color, and keep stirring it for three minutes.
Finally, add the tomato and onions and stir them.
Sprinkle lemon juice on the Poha before serving.