Healthy Delicious Tadka Dahi Poha

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Tripti Bhalotia (@triptibhalotia)

Have you ever made tempered curd poha? They are very delicious and healthy. To make this, rinse the poha and leave it for five minutes, put chia seeds in a bowl, add water, and let it soak for half an hour. Meanwhile, take the curd, add water to it, and whisk it well. Then, mix in the soaked chia seeds along with pomegranate, cucumber, green chili, and coriander leaves. After that, add the poha that...

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Prep Time
35min
Cook Time
5min
Total Time
40min

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = 1 bowl)
  • poha
    poha
    1cup
  • chia seeds
    chia seeds
    2tbsp
  • curd
    curd
    2cup
  • pomegranate
    pomegranate
    1/4cup
  • cucumber
    cucumber
    1/2cup
  • green chilli
    green chilli
    2
  • chopped coriander leaves
    chopped coriander leaves

For tadka

  • ghee
    ghee
    2tbsp
  • mustard seeds
    mustard seeds
    1tsp
  • urad dal
    urad dal
    1tsp
  • hing
    hing
    1pinch
  • dry red chilli
    dry red chilli
    2
  • curry leaves
    curry leaves
  • peanuts
    peanuts
    2tbsp
  • cashew nuts
    cashew nuts
    8

How to make Healthy Delicious Tadka Dahi Poha

  1. Step 1

    Rinse the poha and leave it for five minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Put chia seeds in a bowl, add water, and let it soak for half an hour.

  3. Step 3

    Take the curd, add water to it, and whisk it well.

  4. Step 4

    Mix in the soaked chia seeds along with pomegranate, cucumber, green chili, and coriander leaves.

  5. Step 5

    Add the poha into the mixture and mix well.

  6. Step 6

    Add a little salt and mix it well again.

  7. Step 7

    In a pan, heat ghee and add mustard seeds, urad dal, hing, dry red chili, curry leaves, peanuts, and cashew nuts for tempering.

  8. Step 8

    Pour the tempering over the curd poha mixture and serve.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

177.5kcal (8.88%)

Protein

7.4g (14.76%)

Carbs

16.4g (5.96%)

Sugars

3.8g (7.6%)

Healthy Fat

5.8g

Unhealthy Fat

3.6g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. Ensure the chia seeds are soaked properly to achieve the desired texture.

  2. Adjust the spice level by varying the quantity of green chili.

  3. Use fresh curd for the best taste and texture.

  4. Add salt gradually and taste to avoid over-salting.

FAQS

  1. Can I use any other type of seeds instead of chia seeds?

    Yes, you can use flaxseeds or basil seeds as an alternative to chia seeds.

  2. Can I make this recipe vegan?

    Yes, you can substitute curd with a plant-based yogurt and use oil instead of ghee for tempering.

  3. How long can I store this dish?

    This dish is best served fresh, but you can store it in the refrigerator for up to 1 day.

  4. Can I skip the tempering?

    While tempering adds a unique flavor, you can skip it if you prefer a simpler version.

  5. What can I use instead of poha?

    You can use cooked quinoa or couscous as a substitute for poha.

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