Classic Poha With Peas and Potato
Poha (flattened rice) is India’s favorite breakfast. Made in different ways in different regions, it is easy to make and tastes delicious. It is also considered as one of the healthiest breakfast options. The grain just needs some soaking and that’s it. You do not need to cook it separately like other grains. For such a classic recipe, everyone has their own versions. I am sharing my version with you which I make every other day for breakfast. 
Servings Prep Time
2-3people 10 minutes
Cook Time
20 minutes
Servings Prep Time
2-3people 10 minutes
Cook Time
20 minutes
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Wash the poha thoroughly under running water for 10 seconds. Use your fingers to make sure every grain is washed. Place the sieve on a bowl so that all the excess water drains out. Set it aside.
  2. Heat oil in a kadhai or pan. Fry the raw peanuts in the hot oil for about 30 seconds till they turn crunchy. Set aside.
  3. In the same kadhai, add some mustard seeds. Wait for them to splutter.
  4. Add the split chickpeas followed by the finely chopped ginger. Stir for ten seconds on medium flame.
  5. Add the onions.  Saute the onions for a minute and then add the sugar. The onions need to be cooked on medium flame till they brown.
  6. Once the onions are soft, add the curry leaves and give it a good stir.
  7. Add the potatoes. This is because they will take longer to cook. Fry the potatoes for five minutes in medium flame.
  8. Add the peas and mix well. Cover and cook for about five minutes in low flame till the potatoes and peas are cooked.
  9. Once the vegetables are cooked, add the chopped tomatoes and cover again for the minute.
  10. Season with salt and turmeric. Mix well.
  11. Check on the washed poha and use your fingers to separate the grains. Add them to the vegetables and mix well.
  12. Throw in the fried peanuts towards the end and mix everything well.
  13. Serve hot with a drizzle of lime juice on top.