Anupama's Kitchen
Batata Poha (Flattened Rice With Potatoes)
Poha or Flattened Rice is rice which has been pressed and flattened into light, dry flakes. According to Ayurveda, Poha is Vata and Pitta Shaman (Pacifying), and may increase Kapha slightly. Typically, Poha dishes are eaten for breakfast in India as it provides a sustaining amount of healthy carbohydrates that allow the body to have more energy to expend throughout the day. Moreover, Poha also has the ability to nourish Rasa Dhatu and Ojas. It is great for pregnant and nursing postpartum mothers as it increases Kapha and provides strength to the tissues. Additionally, Poha is quick to prepare, accessible and can be prepared into various, diverse meals.
Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
10 Minutes
Serving Size
Serves 4
Dr. Bharat Vaidya recommends consuming Poha soaked in milk on Full Moon evenings to alleviate mental disturbances and relieve symptoms of vitiated Pitta. The consumption of Poha is generally easier on the digestive tract and Agni compared to regular prepared rice due to its low-calorie count and high fiber content. While white rice may cause an unanticipated burst in blood sugar, Poha keeps in check any sudden sugar spikes in the blood making it an acceptable food source for those experiencing Hyperglycemia or Diabetes.
Ingredients
- 2 Cups Poha (Flattened Rice)
- 1 Medium sized Golden Potato - Boiled
- 1 Medium Yellow Onion (Finley Chopped)
- 4 Tablespoons Ghee
- 1 Teaspoon Mustard Seeds
- 2-3 Green Chilies (Finely Chopped)
- 5-7 Curry Leaves
- 2 Pinches Turmeric Powder
- 2 Pinches Hing
- ½ Teaspoon Sugar
- Salt as Required
- Lemon Juice (Optional)
- Freshly Grated Coconut
- Chopped Coriander for Garnish
Instructions
- Preparing Poha
- Rinse the Poha twice under room temperature water.
- Once the Poha is rinsed, add just enough water to reach the amount of Poha.
- Soak the Poha for 10 minutes.
- Frying Masalas
- On medium heat, in heavy pan, add Ghee and allow it to melt.
- Add Mustard seeds, Curry leaves, and Green chilies.
- When the seeds begin to pop, add chopped Onion.
- Once the onions are cooked thoroughly and have turned brown add Hing and Turmeric powder.
- Stir well. Now add sugar and continue stirring.
- Adding The Poha
- Now add the soaked Poha to the pan. If phoha has extra water, please strain the water. Add salt and mix it well.
- Cover poha with a lid, and let it cook for 5 minutes.
- Stir in your chopped boiled potatos, and let it cook for 2 more minutes with covered lid.
- Remove from heat and garnish with grated coconut and chopped cilantro. Add lemon juice and serve it warm.