5 Quick and Easy Poha Recipes

Poha, also known as flattened rice, is a widely popular, nutritious, and delicious dish savored across India. Poha is a powerhouse of dietary fiber, probiotics, iron, antioxidants, and healthy carbohydrates. Moreover, it has a low-caloric content – one bowl of poha has only 250gms of calories! 

We will be sharing 5 quick and must-try poha recipes today that are sure to entice your taste buds while being a health powerhouse. 

Poha Cakes

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This poha recipe adds an extra dose of nutrition to your ordinary savory cakes. It is also effortless to prepare and so versatile. You can use this poha dish to create other hearty meals that will keep you full and energized throughout the day. Enjoy this poha dish alone, or cut up these poha cakes and add it to your salads or sandwiches – the options are endless!

Ingredients 

• 1 cup Danfe’s Poha 
• 2 Medium-Sized Potatoes, Boiled and Mashed
• 1 Small Red Onion, Finely Chopped
• ¼ cup Peas, Boiled
• ¼ cup Carrot, Grated
• 1 tsp Ginger-Garlic Paste
• ¼ tsp Danfe’s Turmeric Powder
• 1 tsp Danfe’s Bara Masala 
• 1 tsp Red Chili Powder
• ¼ tsp Chaat Masala
• ⅓ cup Breadcrumbs
• 1 tbsp Cilantro, Roughly Chopped
• Salt to Taste
• 3 tbsp Oil, for Frying

For the rice flour mixture

• 3 tbsp Danfe’s Rice Flour
• Salt to Taste
• Water as Needed

Instructions

Step 1: Soak the poha in water for 3-5 minutes.

Step 2: After 3 minutes, rinse and drain the poha. 

** Poha should be mashable. 

Step 3: In a large mixing bowl, add the poha, vegetables, and spices mentioned under “Ingredients.” Mix well until combined. 

Step 4: Form the mixture into lemon-sized balls. Then slightly flatten as you would roti dough. Repeat this step until the dough is finished.

Step 5: In a small bowl, make the rice flour mixture by combining the ingredients listed under “for the rice flour mixture.” The mixture should resemble a slightly thin paste.

Step 6: In a separate medium-sized bowl, add the breadcrumbs. 

Step 7: Take one flattened dough, dip it in the rice flour mixture. Make sure both sizes are evenly coated with the rice flour mixture. 

Step 8: Then dip the dough in the breadcrumbs, making sure both sides are evenly coated. 

Step 9: Heat oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the breadcrumb-coated dough to the pan. 

Step 10: Fry until both sides are golden brown. Repeat the same process for the rest of the dough.

Step 11: Serve hot with your preferred condiment. 

Potato Poha

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This 20-minute poha recipe will give your taste buds all the right texture and taste. Yes, you heard us, it only takes 20 minutes! It is an effortless way to add some powerful nutrients to your kid’s plates for breakfast or a quick lunch. You can also get creative with this poha recipe and throw in sprouts or other veggies you have in your fridge for an extra dose of nutrition!

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups Danfe’s Poha
• 1 Medium-Sized Onion, Finely Chopped
• 3 Green Chilies, Slit Lengthwise, 
• ¾ tsp Danfe’s Mustard Seeds
• ¾ tsp Danfe’s Cumin Seeds
• 1 pinch Asafoetida (Hing)
• ¼ tsp Danfe’s Turmeric Powder
• 4 tbsp Peanuts
• 1 tbsp Curry Leaves
• 2 tbsp Cilantro, Roughly Chopped
• Lemon Juice to Taste (Optional)
• Salt to Taste

Instructions

Step 1: Soak the poha in water for 3 minutes. Then rinse and drain well. Poha 

should be slightly moist. 

Step 2: Sprinkle some salt on poha and mix well. Set it aside. 

Step 3: Heat a non-stick skillet with oil over medium heat. Add the mustard and cumin seeds.

Step 4: Once the mustard and cumin seeds start spluttering, add the onions, curry leaves, and asafoetida. Saute for a few minutes until onions are translucent. 

Step 5: Bring the heat down to medium-low and add the turmeric powder and poha. Mix well. 

Step 6: Turn the heat down to simmer. Cover the skillet and let the poha simmer for a few minutes. The poha should be soft and hot.

Step 7: Add the peanuts and mix well. Let it saute for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 8: Turn off the heat. Squeeze in some lemon juice if needed. Garnish with cilantro and serve hot. 

Poha Croquettes

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This is one poha recipe your entire family, including kids, won’t be able to get enough of! It has all the ingredients of traditional croquettes, but we added in poha to make this savory evening snack more nutritious and filling! It is also a great way to incorporate Indian ingredients into everyday recipes creatively and in a flavorful way. 

Ingredients 

• 1 ½ cups Danfe’s Poha, Rinsed and Drained
• 2 Medium-Sized Potatoes, Boiled and Mashed
• 1 Medium-Sized Red Onion, Finely Chopped
• ¼ cup Carrot, Grated
• ½ tsp Danfe’s Mustard Seeds
• ½ tsp Danfe’s Cumin Seeds
• ½ tsp Danfe’s Turmeric Powder
• ½ tsp Danfe’s Coriander Seeds, Ground
• ¼ tsp Danfe’s Cumin Seeds, Ground
• ½ tsp Red Chili Powder
• ¼ tsp Asafoetida
• 1 tsp Sugar
• 1 tsp Lemon Juice
• 1 ½ tbsp Peanuts, Roasted and Crushed
• 4 oz Cubed Cheese of your Choice
• 1 tbsp Cilantro, Roughly Chopped
• Salt to Taste
• 1 tbsp Oil (for the Mixture) + 2 cups for Frying 

For the batter

• 3 tbsp Danfe’s Maida
• 1 tbsp Danfe’s Rice Flour
• Salt to Taste
• Water as Needed

For the coating

• 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs

Instructions

Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium-low heat. Add mustard and cumin seeds. 

Step 2: Once the mustard and cumin seeds start spluttering, add the onions. Saute until onions are translucent.

Step 3: Add asafoetida, turmeric powder, ground coriander, ground cumin, and sugar. Mix well until the sugar dissolves. 

Step 4: Add the mashed potatoes and salt. Stir until everything is well combined. 

Step 5: Add the drained poha, roasted crushed peanuts, lemon juice, and cilantro. Mix well and turn off the heat. 

Step 6: Once the mixture gets to room temperature, mash everything together using a masher until you have a smooth mixture.

Step 7: While the mixture cools, make the flour batter in a mixing bowl by combining the ingredients listed under “for the batter.”  Set it aside.

Step 8: In a separate bowl, pour the panko breadcrumbs and set them aside. 

Step 9: Heat a medium frying pan with 2 cups of oil over medium heat. 

Step 10: While the oil is getting ready, take a scoop of the mixture and roll it into a golf sized ball. 

Step 11: Slightly flatten the ball and place a cheese cube in the center. 

Step 12: Wrap the call around the cheese and form it into a round shape.

Step 13: Dip the ball in the flour batter and then immediately in the breadcrumbs.

Step 14: Add the ball to the frying pan and fry until all sides are golden brown.

Step 15: Once they are golden brown, place them in a colander lined with paper towels to drain the excess oil. 

Step 16: Repeat the same steps until all balls are fried. Then serve hot with your choice of dipping sauce. 

Spiced Poha Stir Fry

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This poha recipe is a quick and easy dish that can be served for breakfast, lunch, or an afternoon tea-time snack. It takes 10 minutes tops and only calls for basic pantry ingredients. This poha recipe is a popular staple in Indore and extremely delightful on chilly winter mornings. 

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups Danfe’s Poha 
• 1 Medium-Sized Red Onion, Finely Chopped
• 1 Medium Roma Tomato, Finely Chopped
• 2-3 Green Chilies, Slit Lengthwise (Optional)
• ¼ cup Carrot, Grated
• ¼ cup Peas, Boiled
• 1 tsp Danfe’s Urad Dal
• ½ tsp Ginger-Garlic Paste
• ½ tsp Danfe’s Mustard Seeds
• ½ tsp Danfe’s Cumin Seeds
• ½ tsp Red Chili Powder
• ¼ tsp Danfe’s Turmeric Powder
• ½ tsp Danfe’s Bara Masala
• 2 tsp Lemon Juice
• 2 tbsp Cilantro, Roughly Chopped
• 2 tbsp Curry Leaves (Optional)
• 2 tbsp Peanuts, Roasted
• Salt to Taste
• 1 tbsp Oil

Instructions

Step 1: Soak the Poha in water for 5-7 minutes. Rinse and drain well. Set it aside

Step 2: Heat oil in a non-stick skillet, heat over medium heat. First, add the raw peanuts and roast them for a few minutes. Transfer it to a bowl and set it aside.

Step 3: To the same skillet, add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and urad dal. Wait for them to splutter.

Step 4: Once the mustard seeds, urad dal, and cumin seeds start spluttering, add the ginger-garlic paste, curry leaves, and slit green chilies. Saute for a few minutes 

Step 5: Add the onions and saute for a few minutes until onions are translucent.

Step 6: Add the tomatoes, carrots, and salt to taste. Stir well and cook for 2-3 minutes. 

Step 7: Add turmeric powder, bara masala, and chili powder. Stir well and cook for 5-7 minutes. 

Step 8: Add the boiled peas and poha and stir well. Turn the heat down to simmer and cook for 5 minutes. 

Step 9: Turn off the heat. Squeeze in some lemon juice and garnish with cilantro. Mix well and serve hot. 

Poha Chaat

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This street food style poha recipe will feed your soul and make you wonder why you waited this long to try it in the first place! The poha and pomegranate’s crunch texture combined with the tangy and spicy mixture of the spices and chutneys makes for a perfect afternoon delight! It is effortless to put together and requires very little preparation.

Ingredients 

• 1 ½ cups Danfe’s Poha, Rinsed and Drained
• 2 tbsp Danfe’s Chana Dal, Rinsed and Drained
• ½ cup Roma Tomato, Finely Chopped
• ½ cup Red Onions, Finely Chopped
• 2 tbsp Cilantro, Finely Chopped
• 1 tsp Danfe’s Bara Masala
• 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
• ¼ cup Pomegranate
• 2 tbsp Coriander Chutney
• 2 tbsp Tamarind Chutney
• Salt to Taste

Instructions

Step 1: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Once the skillet is hot, add the chana dal and poha. Dry roast for 7-8 minutes until they turn crisp. Turn off the heat and let it cool. 

Step 2: Meanwhile, in a mixing bowl, add the rest of the ingredients: onion, tomatoes, cilantro, bara masala, lemon juice, salt, and pomegranate. Mix well. 

Step 3: Add the dry roasted chana dal and poha. Mix well. 

Step 4: Add the coriander chutney and tamarind chutney. Mix well and serve warm. 

If you’re pressed for time or want to upgrade your everyday meals, these quick and easy poha recipes will give your body and taste buds a delightful and nutritious kick. The best part? You can improvise as you go using ingredients you already have. You can even make a large batch for the week ahead because poha will stay good for days – and it might even earn you some brownie points at home for creativity.