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Spice Up Your Morning with Poha Cooked in Mustard Oil

Poha, a light and delicious flattened rice dish, is a popular breakfast option across India. It’s known for its simplicity, quick preparation time, and delightful flavors. Traditionally made with vegetable oil, using Double Hiran Mustard Oil gives Poha an aromatic twist, enhancing its taste with a robust flavor. In this blog, we’ll guide you through a quick and easy Poha Recipe with mustard oil that is perfect for busy mornings.

Ingredients

To make Poha with mustard oil, you will need:

• 2 cups poha (flattened rice)
• 2 tablespoons Double Hiran Mustard Oil
• 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 green chili, finely chopped
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 small potato, peeled and diced
• 8-10 curry leaves
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 2 tablespoons roasted peanuts
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar (optional)
• Salt to taste
• Juice of 1/2 lemon
• Fresh coriander leaves, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Poha

1. Rinse the poha gently in a colander under running water. Drain completely and let it sit for 5 minutes to soften.
2. Add a pinch of salt and turmeric powder to the poha and mix gently.

2. Sauté the Ingredients

1. Heat 2 tablespoons of Double Hiran Mustard Oil in a pan over medium heat.
2. Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds. Let them splutter.
3. Add curry leaves and green chili. Sauté for a few seconds.
4. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent.
5. Add the diced potatoes and cook until they are golden and tender.
6. Stir in the roasted peanuts and cook for another minute.

3. Cook the Poha

• Add the ready poha to the pan and mix well to make sure the mustard oil and spices coat everything equally.
• If desired, sprinkle some sugar; then, change the salt to taste.
• Cook on low heat, stirring gently to prevent breaking the poha, for two to three minutes.

4. Finish and Serve

1. Squeeze lemon juice over the poha and mix well.
2. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
3. Serve hot with a cup of tea for a perfect breakfast.

Health Benefits

Including Double Hiran Mustard Oil in your Poha recipe improves taste and offers various health advantages as well:

• Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids in mustard oil help heart function.
• Natural qualities of a can aid in digestion and boost metabolism.
• Mustard oil is a better cooking choice since it possesses antifungal and antibacterial qualities.

Conclusion

Made with Double Hiran Mustard Oil, poha is a healthy and filling breakfast meal that gets a great spin. Mustard oil’s strong taste and scent enhance the simplicity of poha, therefore transforming the dish to be unforgettable. Try this simple Poha Recipe with mustard oil and savor the real Indian tastes every morning.