Veg Poha
Veg Poha — a light, flavorful Indian breakfast made from flattened rice (poha) cooked with onions, peanuts, vegetables and mild spices. Quick, nutritious, and comforting—perfect for busy mornings or a simple snack.
2 weeks ago
Ingredients
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
- Calories 220
- Total Fat 8 g
- Sodium 320 mg
- Total Carbohydrate 34 g
- Protein 5 g
Instructions
- 1 Rinse the poha: Place poha in a colander and gently rinse under running water for a few seconds until softened. Drain well and keep aside to avoid soggy poha.
- 2 Heat oil in a pan. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter. Add curry leaves and chopped green chillies; sauté for 15–20 seconds.
- 3 Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent. Add mixed vegetables (peas, carrots) and cook for 2–3 minutes until tender. Add turmeric and salt.
- 4 Add roasted peanuts and gently mix. Turn off heat and add the drained poha. Toss carefully to combine with vegetables and spices.
- 5 Sprinkle lemon juice and chopped coriander. Mix gently and check seasoning. Serve hot garnished with extra coriander and sev (optional).
Storage Tips
- 1 Best eaten fresh. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
- 2 Reheat gently on a pan with a splash of water to loosen texture; avoid microwave drying.
Pro Tips
- 1 Choose medium-thickness poha — thin poha becomes mushy, thick requires more soaking.
- 2 Do not over-soak poha; just a quick rinse is enough. Excess water makes it mushy.
- 3 Add a pinch of sugar when seasoning to balance flavours, a common trick in Maharashtrian poha.
- 4 For extra protein, add boiled peanuts or roasted chana instead of or along with peanuts.
