Batata Poha

Batata Poha

Batata Poha

Veg Vegan

A simple yet flavorful dish made from flattened rice, potatoes, and a blend of spices, Batata Poha is a staple breakfast in Vidarbha.

Cuisines

Vidarbha

Best for

Breakfast

Recipe

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Total: 30 min 2-3 servings

Ingredients

Poha 1.5 cups Poha , thick
Potato 1 medium Potato , peeled and diced
Onion 1 medium Onion , finely chopped
Peanut 1 tablespoon Peanut
oil 1 tablespoon Oil
Mustard Seed 1 teaspoon Mustard Seed
Cumin 1 teaspoon Cumin , seeds
asafoetida 1 pinch Asafoetida
turmeric powder 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
Cilantro 2 tablespoons Cilantro , chopped
lemon juice 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
salt Salt , to taste
sugar 1 teaspoon Sugar
Coconut 1 tablespoon Coconut , grated fresh, optional

Instructions

  1. 1 Rinse the poha under running water in a colander until it softens, then set aside to drain completely.
  2. 2 Heat oil in a pan over medium heat, add peanuts and fry until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  3. 3 In the same pan, add mustard seeds and let them splutter. Then add cumin seeds and asafoetida.
  4. 4 Add chopped onions and sauté until they turn translucent.
  5. 5 Add diced potatoes, turmeric powder, and salt. Mix well and cover the pan. Cook until potatoes are tender.
  6. 6 Add the softened poha to the pan along with sugar and mix gently to combine all ingredients.
  7. 7 Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the poha is heated through.
  8. 8 Turn off the heat and add lemon juice, fried peanuts, and chopped coriander leaves. Mix well.
  9. 9 Garnish with grated coconut if using, and serve hot.

Tips

For added flavor, you can add green chilies or curry leaves while sautéing the onions.