batata poha recipe | Maharashtrian style batata poha | aloo kanda poha | Gujarati style bateta poha | with amazing 18 images.
An all-time favourite Maharashtrian snack and Gujarati snack, batata poha has a universal appeal amongst youngsters and elders alike. Everybody has a reason for loving this delicious snack – its wholesomeness, convenience, enjoyable flavour or unique texture.
Poha is a supremely breakfast recipe made with flat beaten rice, every household has their own version of making poha. Batata poha can be quickly made and can be served on any occasion. If you have guests popping up suddenly, you can definitely make poha in a jiffy. Method of cooking is also very simple. Maharashtrian style batata poha and Gujarati style bateta poha can be also served as an evening tea snack.
To make Batata poha, take oil in a deep non-stick pan and add the mustard seeds. 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 1/2 tsp of turmeric powder which gives the beautiful color to the poha. 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 1/4 tsp of turmeric powder, sugar, lemon juice and milk. Milk will help in making the poha soft. Add the coriander and mix well. Serve Gujarati style bateta poha hot garnished with coriander and lemon wedge.
The Maharashtrian style batata poha is equally simple and easy to make. It has peanuts which adds a nutty flavor and crunch to the poha. You will thoroughly enjoy the bites of potatoes and onions dancing between the soft poha in this recipe which is also known as aloo kanda poha, while the traditional tempering, ginger-chilli paste and lemon juice add to the flavour.
Many Maharashtrians garnish the Batata poha with coconut and coriander to enhance the flavour and texture of this lovely Maharashtrian style batata poha snack. While batata poha tastes best when had hot and fresh, it can also be carried in the tiffin box.
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