Indori Poha

Indori Poha

Indori Poha is a popular breakfast dish from the city of Indore in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. It's a spicy and flavorful version of the traditional Poha. Here's a simple recipe to make Indori Poha at home with Masala Potli Jeeravan Seasoning:

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups thick poha (flattened rice)
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tomato, finely chopped
  • 2-3 green chilies, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup roasted peanuts
  • 1/4 cup fresh coriander leaves, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fennel seeds
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Masala Potli Jeeravan
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • Sev (crispy chickpea flour noodles) for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Rinse the poha under running water until it becomes soft. Drain excess water and set it aside.
  2. Heat oil in a pan or kadhai over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and let them crackle.
  3. Add fennel seeds and sauté for a few seconds.
  4. Add chopped green chilies. Sauté for 2 minutes on medium flame.
  5. Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well and cook for another minute.
  6. Add the soaked poha to the pan and mix gently until all the ingredients are well combined.
  7. Add roasted peanuts and chopped coriander leaves. Mix well.
  8. Cover the pan with a lid and let the poha cook for 1-2 minutes on low heat, allowing the flavors to meld together.
  9. Remove the lid, sprinkle Masala Potli Jeeravan & lemon juice over the poha. Mix well.
  10. Turn off the heat and transfer the Indori Poha to serving plates.
  11. Garnish with Ratlami Sev, Chopped Tomato & Onion 
  12. Serve hot with a cup of tea or a side of fresh lime wedges.

 

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