Chura Dahi
Veg
Flattened rice (poha) soaked until soft and mixed with fresh yogurt, jaggery or sugar, and sometimes sliced banana or mango — the quintessential Bihari summer breakfast, the traditional offering on Makar Sankranti, and an essential part of Chhath Puja preparations.
Cuisines
Bihari
Maithili
Best for
Breakfast
Recipe
Prep: 10 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
| 2 cups | flattened rice (poha) |
| 1 cup | plain yogurt |
| 1 tablespoon | sugar |
| 1 teaspoon | salt |
| 1 tablespoon | chopped coriander leaves |
| 1 teaspoon | roasted cumin powder |
| 1 teaspoon | black salt |
| 1 tablespoon | chopped green chilies |
| 1 tablespoon | chopped ginger |
Instructions
- 1 Rinse the flattened rice (poha) under running water until it softens, then drain it completely.
- 2 In a large bowl, whisk the yogurt until smooth.
- 3 Add sugar, salt, roasted cumin powder, and black salt to the yogurt and mix well.
- 4 Gently fold the softened poha into the yogurt mixture until well combined.
- 5 Add chopped green chilies, chopped ginger, and coriander leaves to the mixture and stir gently.
- 6 Let the mixture sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- 7 Serve the Chura Dahi in bowls, garnished with additional coriander leaves if desired.
Tips
For a richer taste, use full-fat yogurt and adjust the seasoning to your preference.