2 cups poha (flattened rice)
1 onion (finely chopped)
1 small potato (optional, chopped)
2 green chilies (chopped)
1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
6–8 curry leaves
1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
Salt (to taste)
1 tablespoon oil
2 tablespoons peanuts
Fresh coriander leaves
Lemon juice (1 teaspoon)
Instructions
Wash the poha lightly in water and keep it aside for a few minutes to soften.
Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds. Let them crackle.
Add peanuts and fry for 1–2 minutes.
Add onion, green chilies, and curry leaves and cook until onions become soft.
Add potato pieces and cook for a few minutes.
Add turmeric powder and salt.
Now add the soaked poha and mix gently.
Cook for 3–4 minutes on low heat.
Add lemon juice and coriander leaves for flavor.
Serving
Serve hot with tea and garnish with extra coriander and lemon.