Vegetable Poha
This vegetable poha is a light, fluffy, and colourful Indian breakfast made with flattened rice, fresh veggies, and a simple tempering of mustard seeds and curry leaves. It comes together in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy mornings. Serve it hot with a squeeze of lemon and a cup of chai for a wholesome start to your day!
Servings: 4
Calories: 181kcal
Equipment
- 1 Colander
- 1 heavy bottomed steel pan or a similar pan
- Slotted spoons and measuring cups
Ingredients
- 2.25 cups medium Poha (flattened rice/ rice flakes)
- 1 tbsp peanut oil or coconut oil
- 1/8 cup cashew halves
- 1 tsp mustard seeds
- 1 tsp broken white Urad dal
- 5 to 6 green chilis I recommend serrano peppers
- 10 curry leaves
- 1/8 tsp asafetida
- 1 cup finely chopped onions red, purple or yellow all work
- 1/2 cup frozen green peas
- 1/2 cup potatoes peeled and cubed potatoes
- 1/2 cup finely chopped tomatoes
- 1/2 cup diced carrots
- 1/4 cup chopped french beans
- 3/4 tsp ground turmeric powder
- 2 tsp Salt or adjust to taste
- 1 tbsp finely chopped cilantro
- 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Prep work- place the Poha in a colander. Wash thoroughly and set it aside for 10 mins. During this time, assemble, gather and prep the other ingredients.
- Heat a heavy bottomed pan with peanut oil. Tip the cashews in and fry them until golden brown. Drain and set aside.
- To the same pan, add mustard seeds and when they pop, add broken urad dal. When the dal begins to turn golden, add asafetida, green chilis and curry leaves. Fry the green chilis until they blister.
- Add finely chopped onions next along with salt. Saute till the onions turn pink and soft.
- Next, add peas and potatoes, Mix well. Fry this for 2 to 3 mins. Tip in the chopped carrots, tomatoes and beans next. Add the turmeric next. Stir to combine.
- Reduce flame to medium and cook covered for 5 mins or until the vegetables are fork tender. You will also see the chopped tomatoes becoming mushy.
- When you open the lid, you may see a bit of water in the pan. This is perfectly fine.
- Now, add the washed poha and combine well.
- Cook for 2 mins on medium heat to allow the flavors to come together.
- Finish with chopped cilantro and lemon juice. Serve hot.
For Instant Pot & Air Fryer Recipes
Instant Pot timings may vary based on your geographic location. Air fryer settings and timings may vary based on the capacity and the model of the Air fryer.
Disclaimer
Nutrition values are provided here as a courtesy and are only a rough guide. Please consult a health care provider if you have any concerns.
Nutrition
Calories: 181kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 1489mg | Potassium: 330mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 3213IU | Vitamin C: 73mg | Calcium: 92mg | Iron: 6mg
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