High Protein Kanda Pohe
Elevate your breakfast or snack game with this wholesome and flavorful **High Protein Kanda Pohe**—a modern twist on the beloved Indian classic. Packed with protein from boiled chickpeas, roasted peanuts, and green peas, this vibrant dish also boasts a medley of textures and nutrients from finely chopped onions, grated carrots, and softened flattened rice (poha). Seasoned with aromatic curry leaves, green chilies, and a touch of turmeric, this recipe offers a perfect balance of taste and health. Finished with a zing of lemon juice and a sprinkle of fresh coriander, it’s quick to make in just 30 minutes and perfect for fueling your day with goodness. Whether you're looking for a high-protein breakfast or a light yet satisfying dinner option, this nutritious kanda pohe is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Flattened rice (poha)
- 1 large, finely chopped Onion
- 100 grams, boiled Chickpeas
- 50 grams, roasted Peanuts
- 50 grams, boiled Green peas
- 1 medium, grated Carrot
- 2 small, finely chopped Green chilies
- 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
- 10 leaves Curry leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon or to taste Salt
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Oil
- 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh coriander
Instructions
Rinse the flattened rice (poha) in a sieve under running water for about a minute until they are softened. Drain them completely and keep aside.
Heat oil in a large pan on medium heat. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
Add curry leaves and green chilies, sauté for a minute until fragrant.
Add the chopped onions and sauté until they become translucent.
Add boiled chickpeas and green peas to the pan and sauté for another minute.
Mix in the grated carrot and roasted peanuts, stirring well to combine.
Add turmeric powder and salt. Stir to coat the vegetables and chickpeas evenly with the spices.
Add the drained poha to the pan and mix gently. Ensure that the poha does not break while mixing.
Cook for another 3-4 minutes on low heat until the entire mixture is well combined and heated through.
Turn off the heat and add lemon juice. Mix well.
Garnish with fresh coriander and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1151 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.0 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.4 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2630 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 132.3 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.1 g | 82% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.4 g | ||
| Protein | 33.8 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 215 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 9.4 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 1515 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
