Quick Batata Poha | Aloo Poha Recipe

The Aloo poha or Batata poha is quite well known in  Maharashtra also in Gujarat.This batata poha you can make it any time of the day, as Breakfast , supper or a simple snack.
In my home we make aloo poha for break fast as well as evening snacks.


Ingredients to Prepare Batata Poha :

Batata Poha | Aloo Poha

• 2 cups thick beaten rice (poha) flakes
• 2 tbsp oil
• 1/2 tsp mustard seeds ( rai / sarson)
• 1/2 tsp asafoetida (hing)
• 1/2 cup finely chopped onions
• 1/2 cup peeled potato cubes
• salt to taste
• 3/4 tsp turmeric powder (haldi)
• 1 tsp ginger-green chilli paste
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 2 tsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp milk
• 1 tbsp finely chopped coriander (dhania)

Method to Prepare Batata Poha :

•     Heat the oil in a deep non-stick pan and add the mustard seeds.
•     When the seeds crackle, add the asafoetida and sauté on a medium flame for a few seconds.
•     Add the onions and sauté on a medium flame for 1 to 2 minutes.
•     Add the potatoes, 2 tbsp of water, salt and ½ tsp of turmeric powder, mix well and cook on a   medium flame for 4 to 5 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
•     Meanwhile, place the beaten rice in a sieve and hold it under running water for a few              seconds. Toss well to drain out all excess water.
•     Add the washed and drained beaten rice, a little salt, ginger-green chilli paste, remaining ¼ tsp of turmeric powder, sugar, lemon juice and milk, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 2 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
•     Add the coriander and mix well.
•     Serve hot garnished with coriander and lemon wedge.

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