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batata poha

Batata Poha Recipe

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Batata poha is a tasty and healthy breakfast recipe from India using flattened rice and potato along with some simple spices. 

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 cups poha or aval use the thicker variety, not thin
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped onions
  • 1/2 cup boiled and chopped potato
  • 2 tablespoons raw peanuts
  • 2 green chillies chopped (adjust to taste)
  • A pinch of hing asafoetida
  • A pinch of sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • A fistful of fresh coriander leaves
  • Lime juice to taste
  • Salt to taste

Instructions
 

  • Place the poha in a colander and rinse it under running water. Don't linger, just give it a good rinse and turn off the water
  • Set aside for a few minutes, then use your fingers to gently mix the poha. It should be soft and crumble easily when you press between your fingers
  • Mix salt and turmeric to the poha and set aside, covered
  • Heat oil in a pan and add the peanuts
  • Roast until golden brown, drain and set aside
  • To the same oil, add mustard seeds
  • When they pop, add the chopped onions, hing, and green chillies
  • Saute until the onions turn soft and pink
  • Add the poha along with sugar and mix gently
  • Top up with the roasted peanuts, chopped coriander leaves, and lime juice
  • Mix everything well and remove from heat
  • If you find the poha too dry, sprinkle some water and let it steam away
  • Serve hot

Notes

  • Remember to use the thicker variety of poha. The thin kind will get mushy and not do well in this recipe
  • Adjust all ingredients to your taste
  • I normally add curry leaves if I have any in hand
  • Don't skimp on peanuts and coriander leaves