Brown Poha Recipe for Breakfast Poha, a traditional Indian breakfast dish made from flattened rice, is a light and nutritious option. Using brown poha instead of the regular white poha adds extra fiber and nutrients. Here’s how you can make a delicious and healthy brown poha for breakfast:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup brown poha (flattened rice)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 small potato, peeled and diced (optional)
- 1 green chili, slit (adjust according to spice preference)
- 1/4 cup peanuts
- 1/4 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 8-10 curry leaves
- 1 tablespoon oil
- Salt to taste
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Fresh coriander leaves, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon grated coconut (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Poha:
- Rinse the brown poha under cold water in a colander until it softens but doesn’t get mushy. Let it drain completely and set aside.2. Cook the Potatoes (Optional):
- If using potatoes, heat a little oil in a pan and sauté the diced potatoes until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
3. Prepare the Tempering:
- In the same pan, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat.
- Add the mustard seeds and let them crackle. Then add the cumin seeds and let them sizzle.
- Add the peanuts and sauté until they turn golden brown.
- Add the curry leaves and green chili, and sauté for a few seconds until aromatic.
- Add the finely chopped onion and cook until they turn translucent.
4. Combine and Cook:
- Add the turmeric powder and salt to the onion mixture. Stir well.
- If you cooked potatoes earlier, add them back to the pan.
- Add the rinsed and drained brown poha to the pan. Mix gently to combine all the ingredients. Cook for a few minutes until the poha is heated through.
- Adjust the seasoning if necessary.
5. Finish and Garnish:
- Turn off the heat and add the lemon juice. Mix gently.
- Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and, if desired, grated coconut.
6. Serve:
- Serve the brown poha hot, accompanied by a cup of chai or coffee for a complete and nutritious breakfast.
Tips: -
Variations: You can add other vegetables like peas, carrots, or bell peppers to make the poha more nutritious and colorful.
Serving Suggestions: Poha is often served with a side of plain yogurt or topped with sev (crispy chickpea noodles) for added texture.
Storage: Leftover poha can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a day and reheated before serving.
Enjoy your healthy and delicious brown poha breakfast!