Poha

Prep: 20 minutes

Cook: 20 minutes

Method: Easy

Course: Snack

Green peas enhances the appearance and taste of this popular breakfast snack

Ingredients

  • Pressed rice (poha), soaked in water for 5 minutes and drained 1½ cups
  • Oil 1 tbsp
  • Mustard seeds ½ tsp
  • Curry leaves 10 to 15
  • Peanuts 4 tsps
  • Green peas, boiled ¼ cup
  • Potatoes, boiled, peeled and diced ½ cup
  • Medium onions, finely chopped 2
  • Salt to taste
  • Turmeric powde ½ tsp
  • Green chillies, slit 1 to 2
  • Fresh coriander leaves, chopped 2 tsps
  • Lemon juice 2 tsps

Methods

  • Heat oil in a non-stick wok, add mustard seeds and curry leaves and saute till the seeds splutter.
  • Add peanuts and saute till they are golden. Add green peas, potatoes and onions and saute for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add salt, turmeric powder and green chilies and saute for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add pressed rice and mix. Cover and cook till the pressed rice gets heated through.
  • Add coriander leaves and mix. Add lemon juice and mix well.
  • Transfer into a serving bowl and serve hot.