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Poha served in a plate with sliced onion and a lime wedge on the side
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Kanda Batata Poha

Poha is a popular Indian breakfast that's healthy, fast and really easy to put together. Its super versatile, naturally gluten-free and vegan.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Indian, North Indian
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 4 people
Author: Richa

Ingredients

  • 1.5 Cups Poha or Flattened Rice soaked
  • 2 Tablespoon Oil
  • 1 Teaspoon Mustard Seeds
  • 2-3 Green Chillies slit lengthwise
  • 2 Sprigs Curry Leaves
  • 1 medium Onions cut into 1/2 inch cubes
  • 1 medium Potato cut into 1/2 inch cubes
  • 1/3 Cup Green Peas fresh or frozen - thaw if using frozen
  • 1/4 Teaspoon Turmeric Powder
  • 1 Tablespoon Water
  • 1 ½ Teaspoon Salt divided
  • 1 ½ Teaspoon Sugar
  • Juice Of 1 Lime
  • 2 Tablespoons Chopped Coriander

Instructions

  • Wash pohe in a sieve under running tap water and then allow them to soak while you prep and start cooking - approx 15 minutes. To soak poha, place them in a colander and wash a few times in running water. Then let the wet poha sit in the colander for 10-15 mins. That is enough to soak the poha
  • Heat oil in a kadhai. Add mustard seeds and wait for them to splutter. Once they start spluttering, add onions, green chillies and curry leaves. Saute for just a minute or two.
  • Add potatoes and saute for another minute. Sprinkle half a teaspoon of salt and cover and cook for 5-6 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
  • Add the green peas and mix to combine. Saute for another minute. Add soaked pohe, turmeric powder, remaining salt and sugar and mix well. Be gentle while mixing or the poha can become mushy.
  • Add a tablespoon of water and cover the lid. Cook for 4-5 minutes or until the poha is cooked and fluffy. Remove the lid and add lemon juice. Top with coriander leaves and serve hot.

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Notes

  • Make sure to use the right variety of poha and soak it thoroughly. To make sure that the poha is soaked and ready to be cooked, press one between your fingers. If it breaks easily, then it is ready to be used, if not, add a couple of tablespoons of water, mix and allow them to soak for a little longer. 
  • Chop the potatoes and onions into small, even pieces to make sure they cook quickly and evenly. 

Nutrition

Calories: 285kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 955mg | Potassium: 978mg | Fiber: 13g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 135IU | Vitamin C: 35mg | Calcium: 52mg | Iron: 9mg