Vegetable Poha for Kids Tiffin
20 minutes
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About Vegetable Poha for Kids Tiffin
Light flattened rice tossed with carrot, peas and a simple tempering, finished with a squeeze of lemon - a classic Indian breakfast that also travels well as a school tiffin.This version keeps onion optional and the chilli mild, so it works for most tiffin rules. A few apple slices on the side add natural sweetness and a bit of crunch.
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Recipe Time & More
Prep10 minutes
Cook10 minutes
Total20 minutes
Ingredients
For the Poha
- 1/2 cup Flattened Rice Thick poha, washed and drained
- 2 tbsp Carrot Finely chopped or grated
- 2 tbsp Green Peas Fresh or frozen
- 1 tbsp Onion Finely chopped, optional - see Quick Swap
- 1/4 teaspoon Mustard Seeds
- 4 Curry Leaves Optional
- 1 Green Chilli Finely chopped, optional - see Spice Note
- 1 pinch Turmeric Powder
- 1 pinch Salt Or as required
- 1 teaspoon Peanuts Optional - see Allergen Note
- 1 teaspoon Oil
- 1/2 teaspoon Lemon Juice
- 1 teaspoon Coriander Leaves Chopped, for garnish
For Serving
- 1/2 Apple Sliced
Instructions
Preparing the Poha
- Place the poha in a sieve and rinse briefly under running water until softened - do not soak or leave it in water. Drain well and set aside.
Making the Poha
- Heat oil in a pan on medium heat. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter, then add curry leaves and green chilli if using.
- Add onion if using and saute until soft. Add carrot and peas, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until slightly tender.
- Add turmeric powder, salt and peanuts if using, and mix. Add the softened poha and toss gently to combine without breaking the flakes. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Finishing
- Turn off the heat and mix in lemon juice and coriander leaves. Taste and adjust salt or lemon as needed.
Packing
- Let the poha cool slightly before packing. Toss the apple slices with a few drops of lemon juice and pack them in a separate small compartment.
Recipe Notes
Tiffin Pairing
Apple slices bring natural sweetness and a crunchy contrast to the soft poha.Make-Ahead Tip
Chop the carrot and onion the night before and store them in the refrigerator. Roasting a small batch of peanuts ahead of time also saves a step on busy mornings.Quick Swap
Leave out the onion for a simpler, school-friendly version - the poha still tastes good with just carrot and peas. Swap peanuts for roasted chana if you prefer.Allergen Note
Contains peanuts if used - leave them out for nut allergies. Poha itself is rice-based, but always check the label on packaged brands if you need to confirm gluten-free processing.Spice Note
Green chilli is entirely optional here. Leave it out for a milder taste or use just a small piece for a hint of heat.Packing Tip
A few drops of lemon juice on the apple slices keeps them from browning by lunchtime.Related Posts You May Like
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 508kcalCarbohydrates: 99gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.02gSodium: 218mgPotassium: 435mgFiber: 8gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 5449IUVitamin C: 105mgCalcium: 75mgIron: 2mg
