Vegetable Poha with Peanuts

Ingredients

• 1 cup dry Poha (flattened rice)
• 1/2 medium Onion
• 1 medium Potato
• 1/2 cup Mixed vegetables (peas, carrot, beans)
• 1/4 cup Roasted peanuts
• 1 tbsp Lemon juice
• 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro (coriander), chopped(optional)
• 1 tsp Mustard seeds
• 1/4 tsp Turmeric powder
• 1/4 tsp Red chili powder(optional)
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 1 tbsp Oil
• 1/2 cup Water

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse the poha quickly in a sieve, then drain and set aside for 5 minutes to soften (do not soak).

2. 2

   Heat oil in a pan on medium heat. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter. Add onion and sauté for 2 minutes, then add diced potato and mixed vegetables; cook for about 8 minutes, stirring, until the potato is tender.

3. 3

   Add turmeric, chili powder (if using), and salt. Stir in the softened poha and 1/2 cup water; cook for 2–3 minutes until fluffy and evenly mixed.

4. 4

   Turn off the heat and fold in roasted peanuts, lemon juice, and cilantro (if using). Serve warm.