Kanda Poha (Kande Poha)

By Praveen Kumar

Kanda Poha (Kande Poha) is a very popular Maharashtrian breakfast dish. It is also served as an evening snack or even as a light dinner.
Kanda Poha (Kande Poha)

Ingredients:
Poha – 1 cup
Onion – 1, finely chopped
Potato – 1, small, boiled
Green Chillies – 2, small, chopped
Lemon Juice – 1/2 tsp
Sugar – 1 tsp
Turmeric Powder – 1 tsp
Asafoetida Powder – 1/8 tsp
Mustard Seeds – 1/2 tsp
Kopra (Copra/Dry Coconut) – 2 tsp, grated
Coriander Leaves – handful, chopped
Oil – 1/2 tsp
Salt as per taste

Method:
1. Soak the poha for 15 to 30 minutes.
2. Heat oil in a pan over medium flame.
3. Fry the mustard seeds and asafoetida powder for 20 seconds.
4. Add the green chillies, onions and saute for a minute.
5. Add the boiled potatoes, sugar, salt and turmeric powder.
6. Drain and squeeze out any excess water from the poha and add to the pan.
7. Add lemon juice and stir well.
8. Add the grated kopra and coriander leaves.
9. Stir again and cook for a minute.
10. Switch off the flame.
11. Serve.

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Praveen Kumar

Praveen Kumar is the Chief Food Officer at Awesome Cuisine, a platform created in 2008 to showcase India's vibrant culinary heritage. Praveen is a passionate foodie and love to cook. Having spent a few years in the retail fast food world, Praveen has been exploring the world of food since his school days. Join him on a flavorful journey.

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