Delight in the comforting flavours of Kanda Poha, a beloved Maharashtrian breakfast dish that exudes warmth and homely goodness. This flavorful dish features flattened rice (poha) sautéed with onions (kanda) and an array of aromatic spices, resulting in a delectable symphony of flavours. With its quick and easy preparation, Kanda Poha offers a perfect balance of textures and tastes, making it an ideal choice for a hearty breakfast or snack.

• 🍽 Serves: 2 servings
• ⏱ Prep Time: 10 minutes
• 👨‍🍳 Cook Time: 10 minutes
• 🍝 Total Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

For soaking

• 1.5 cup poha, thick
• 1 tsp sugar
• ¾ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp turmeric

For kanda poha

• 2 tbsp oil
• 2 tbsp peanut
• 1 tsp mustard
• 1 tsp cumin
• Pinch hing
• Few curry leaves
• 2 chilli, finely chopped
• 1-inch ginger, finely chopped
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• ¼ tsp turmeric
• ¼ tsp salt
• 2 tbsp coriander, finely chopped
• ½ lemon

Method

• Firstly, in a large bowl take 1.5 cup poha. do not take thin poha as it turns mushy as soon as you add water.
• Rinse in water and drain off the water.
• Add 1 tsp sugar, ¾ tsp salt and ¼ tsp turmeric.
• Mix gently using your fingers without making poha mushy.
• Rest for 8-10 minutes, or until the poha softens without turning mushy or sticky.
• In a large kadai heat 2 tbsp oil and roast 2 tbsp peanut on low flame.
• Roast until the peanuts turn crunchy, keep aside.
• In the same oil, add 1 tsp mustard, 1 tsp cumin, pinch hing and a few curry leaves. splutter the tempering.
• Now add 2 chillies, 1-inch ginger and 1 onion. saute until the onions soften slightly.
• Further, add ¼ tsp turmeric and ¼ tsp salt. saute slightly.
• Add soaked poha and mix well combining everything well.
• Cover and simmer for 3 minutes or until the poha is cooked well.
• Now add fried peanuts, 2 tbsp coriander and ½ lemon. mix well.
• Finally, enjoy the kanda poha recipe with the mixture as a morning breakfast.