Sugar-Free Poha
Delight in the wholesome goodness of Sugar-Free Poha, a light and nutritious breakfast or snack option that's bursting with flavor! This easy-to-make dish features flattened rice (poha) cooked to perfection with aromatic ingredients like mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and curry leaves, enhanced by the crunch of roasted peanuts and the zest of freshly squeezed lemon juice. With no added sugar, this healthy poha recipe is perfect for those looking to enjoy delicious, guilt-free comfort food. Customize the heat with green chilies, and finish with a refreshing garnish of coriander leaves for a vibrant and well-rounded meal. Ready in just 25 minutes, Sugar-Free Poha is ideal for busy mornings and can be served with yogurt or tea for an extra-special touch that satisfies both the palate and the soul.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Flattened rice (poha)
- 2 tablespoons Oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Mustard seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 1 Green chili, finely chopped
- 8 leaves Curry leaves
- 0.25 cup Peanut, roasted
- 1 small Potato, peeled and diced
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Coriander leaves, chopped
Instructions
Rinse the flattened rice (poha) under running water in a colander. Let it drain completely and set aside.
Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the mustard seeds and let them splutter.
Add cumin seeds and sauté for a few seconds until aromatic.
Add the finely chopped onion and green chili, and sauté until the onion turns translucent.
Add curry leaves and diced potatoes, and stir-fry for about 5 minutes or until the potatoes are cooked through.
Sprinkle turmeric powder and salt, then mix well to coat the potatoes and onions.
Add the rinsed poha, roasted peanuts, and carefully mix them with the cooked ingredients.
Squeeze lemon juice over the poha, and check seasoning. Adjust salt if necessary.
Cover and let it steam on low heat for 2 to 3 minutes until everything is heated through.
Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot, accompanied by yogurt or tea.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
978 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.8 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2398 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 119.4 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.9 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.5 g | ||
| Protein | 21.4 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 142 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 1351 mg | 29% | |
*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.
