Poha's versatility knows no bounds. Go as wild as you want with it!
When it comes to Indian breakfast, poha is a real crowd-pleaser. Made with flattened rice, spices, and a medley of flavours, it's a dish that's both comforting and satisfying. With a good dose of carbs, iron, and gut-friendly probiotics, poha is a wholesome way to start your day. And the best part? There are countless ways to jazz it up! Whether you like it spicy, tangy, or loaded with veggies, there's a poha recipe out there for everyone. Ready to give it a try? We've got some delicious recipes to get you started!
Here's a quick and easy recipe to make spongy instant dhokla using poha! Start by combining 1 cup of curd and 1 cup of water in a bowl. Add ½ cup of roughly crushed poha, ½ cup of semolina, 1 tsp of green chilli paste, and salt to taste. Mix everything well, and set it aside for 10 minutes. Grease a 7-inch diameter thali and prepare the steamer. Just before steaming, mix 1 tsp of fruit salt and 2 tsp of water into the poha mixture. Once bubbles start to appear, give it a quick mix and pour the mixture into the thali. Steam for 10-12 minutes. While it's steaming, prepare the tempering by heating 1 tbsp of oil and adding ½ tsp of mustard seeds and a pinch of asafoetida. Pour the tempering over the dhoklas and let them cool. Once cooled, cut them into diamonds and serve! Enjoy your homemade dhoklas with a twist!
If you're a fan of dosa that's both extra spongy and crispy, then you've got to try aval dosa (also known as poha dosa in Tamil)! A beloved weekend treat in Tamilian households, aval dosa batter is made from a combination of rice, lentils, and flattened rice. After fermenting and grinding this trio into a paste, you get a dosa that's unique in texture and flavor. It's typically served with a side of tangy tomato or creamy coconut chutney for the perfect indulgent meal!
In Goa, locals enjoy a special variation of poha known as fov, prepared by simmering flattened rice in coconut milk with a touch of sugar or jaggery and a hint of cardamom. This quick five-minute pudding recipe is a Diwali tradition, beloved by many. Another delightful version is doodanche fov, which swaps out coconut milk for cow or buffalo milk, offering a distinct twist on this classic dish.
Who knew Poha could be so versatile? Here's a sweet and innovative way to enjoy it! Start by dry roasting 1 cup of beaten rice until golden brown. Then, grind the roasted poha along with 1 cup of sugar, a handful of crushed cashews, half a handful of pistachios, 2 cardamoms, and 2-3 tablespoons of grated coconut until you get a coarse powder. Next, add 8 to 9 tablespoons of melted ghee to the mixture and shape it into laddoos. Feel free to adjust the quantity of ghee based on the number of laddoos you want to make. Now, enjoy these delectable treats!
Want to give your poha a really fun makeover? Try whipping up some poha cake! It's a unique blend of flattened rice, bread slices, rice flour, and a mix of spices like red chilli flakes, cumin, ginger garlic, along with onion and curd. After letting it set in the refrigerator, cut it into pieces and cook them lightly on a pan for some fresh poha cakes. Sounds like a delicious twist, doesn't it?
Why stick to the same old poha upma when you can surprise your taste buds with these creative recipes? They're sure to impress your guests, too!
