Soy-Free Pohe (Flattened Rice Snack)

Brighten up your breakfast or snack time with this flavorful Soy-Free Pohe, a traditional Indian flattened rice dish that's as quick as it is satisfying! Packed with the earthy crunch of peanuts, the tang of freshly squeezed lemon juice, and the warmth of turmeric, this easy-to-make recipe is free of soy while still offering layers of irresistible flavor. Softened poha is combined with tender potatoes, sautéed onions, and aromatic spices like mustard seeds and curry leaves, creating a wholesome dish that's ready in just 30 minutes. Perfect for a light meal or an afternoon pick-me-up, this vibrant vegan and gluten-free snack is best served hot, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh coriander. Whether you're craving comfort food or an energy-boosting bite, Soy-Free Pohe is a delicious and nutritious option the whole family will enjoy!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams poha (flattened rice)
• 2 tablespoons oil
• 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 green chili, chopped
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon sugar
• 1 medium potato, peeled and small diced
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh coriander, chopped
• 2 tablespoons raw peanuts
• 10 leaves curry leaves
• 1 cup water

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the poha in a strainer under running water until they are soft but not mushy. Let them sit and drain completely.

Step 2

In a wide pan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.

Step 3

Add cumin seeds, green chili, curry leaves, and raw peanuts. Saute for about 1-2 minutes until the peanuts start to change color.

Step 4

Add the chopped onions and cook until they become translucent.

Step 5

Add turmeric powder and diced potato. Mix well and cover the pan with a lid. Allow it to cook for around 5-6 minutes until the potatoes are tender.

Step 6

Once the potatoes are cooked, add the drained poha to the pan. Sprinkle salt and sugar over the poha.

Step 7

Gently mix everything together so that the poha is evenly coated with the spices and the yellow color of the turmeric.

Step 8

Squeeze lemon juice over the poha and stir again.

Step 9

Garnish with fresh chopped coriander.

Step 10

Serve hot as a breakfast or snack.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(844.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	836.0

Total Fat 40.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2401.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 107.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.0g	0%
Total Sugars 12.4g
Protein 16.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 154.2mg	0%
Iron 7.6mg	0%
Potassium 1359.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.5%

Protein: 7.7%

Carbs: 49.8%