Poha (flattened rice) Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 cups flattened rice (poha)
  

• 2 tablespoons ghee
  

• 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
  

• 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
  

• 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  

• 10-12 curry leaves
  

• 1/4 cup roasted peanuts
  

• 1/4 cup green peas (fresh or frozen)
  

• Salt to taste
  

• Juice of 1/2 lime
  

• Fresh coriander leaves (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Preparation:

• Rinse the poha in a colander under running water for a few seconds. Ensure it is just wet and not mushy. Let it sit in the colander to drain excess water.

• Gently fluff the poha with your fingers to ensure it is separate and light.

2. Cooking:

• In a large pan, heat the ghee over medium heat.

• Add the mustard seeds and let them splutter.

• Add curry leaves and grated ginger, and sauté for a minute.

• Add the turmeric powder and stir well.

• Add the roasted peanuts and sauté for another minute.

• Add the green peas and cook for 2-3 minutes until they are tender.

• Add the drained poha and salt to taste. Mix gently to coat the poha with the spices and ghee.

• Cover the pan with a lid and let it cook on low heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the poha is heated through and well mixed.

3. Serving:

• Once the poha is cooked, turn off the heat.

• Squeeze the juice of 1/2 lime over the poha and mix gently.

• Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.

Enjoy your simple and tasty snack!