Sugar-Free Kanda Pohe
Delight in the comforting flavors of Maharashtrian cuisine with this wholesome, sugar-free Kanda Pohe recipe! Made with thick poha (flattened rice), caramelized onions, crunchy roasted peanuts, and a vibrant blend of mustard seeds, green chilies, turmeric, and curry leaves, this dish is a balanced mix of textures and flavors. With just 25 minutes from prep to plate, it’s an effortless, gluten-free, and vegan-friendly option perfect for a healthy breakfast or snack. A final touch of zesty lemon juice and fresh coriander elevates its aromatic appeal. This guilt-free, no-sugar twist on traditional Kanda Pohe is a quick and nourishing meal your whole family will enjoy!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Thick Poha (flattened rice)
- 1 large, finely chopped Onion
- 2 finely chopped Green chili
- 10 leaves Curry leaves
- 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 0.5 teaspoon, or to taste Salt
- 50 grams, roasted Peanuts
- 2 tablespoons Cooking oil
- 1 medium Lemon
- 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh coriander leaves
Instructions
Begin by rinsing the poha under running water until it softens. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
Heat the oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the mustard seeds and let them splutter.
Add the curry leaves and green chilies to the oil, sautéing for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the finely chopped onion to the pan and cook until they turn translucent.
Stir in the turmeric powder, ensuring even coating of the spices with the onion mixture.
Add the softened poha to the pan, tossing gently to mix with the onions and spices.
Add salt and roasted peanuts to the poha, stirring to combine. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
Turn off the heat and squeeze the juice of one lemon over the poha. Mix well.
Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1013 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.0 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.3 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1414 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 113.2 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.8 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.3 g | ||
| Protein | 23.8 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 165 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1151 mg | 24% | |
*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.
