Tomato Poha

Tomato Poha is a vibrant and flavorful South Indian-inspired breakfast or snack that combines the wholesome goodness of flattened rice with the tangy sweetness of ripe tomatoes. This quick and easy dish features a medley of aromatic spices like mustard seeds, cumin, and turmeric, along with the crunch of roasted peanuts and the zest of fresh lemon juice. Ready in just 25 minutes, this one-pan recipe is perfect for busy mornings or an afternoon pick-me-up. Garnished with fresh coriander, it’s as visually appealing as it is delicious. Serve it hot with yogurt or enjoy it solo for a comforting and satisfying meal packed with taste and nutrition. Keywords: Tomato Poha recipe, quick breakfast, South Indian snack, healthy poha recipe, flattened rice recipe, easy vegetarian meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Poha (flattened rice)
• 2 medium Tomatoes (chopped)
• 1 medium Onion (finely chopped)
• 1 small Green chili (finely chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 0.5 teaspoons Mustard seeds
• 0.5 teaspoons Cumin seeds
• 0.25 teaspoons Turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Sugar
• 8 leaves Curry leaves
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Fresh coriander leaves (chopped)
• 3 tablespoons Peanuts (optional)
• 0.25 cups Water

Directions

Step 1

Place the poha (flattened rice) in a colander and rinse it under running water for about 30 seconds. Let it drain completely and set aside. The poha should absorb just enough water to soften but not turn mushy.

Step 2

Heat the vegetable oil in a large non-stick pan over medium heat. Add the mustard seeds and allow them to splutter.

Step 3

Once the mustard seeds splutter, add the cumin seeds and curry leaves. Sauté for 30 seconds until aromatic.

Step 4

Add the chopped onion and green chili to the pan. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften and turn slightly mushy, about 4-5 minutes.

Step 6

Add the turmeric powder, salt, and sugar. Mix well to combine the spices with the tomato mixture.

Step 7

If using peanuts, dry roast them in a separate pan until golden. Add them to the pan at this stage.

Step 8

Add the drained poha to the pan, gently tossing so that it is evenly coated with the tomato mixture and spices.

Step 9

Drizzle the water over the poha mixture and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring gently to avoid breaking the poha.

Step 10

Turn off the heat and add the lemon juice. Mix gently.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped coriander leaves before serving.

Step 12

Serve hot with a side of yogurt or enjoy it on its own as a wholesome breakfast or snack!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	888.9 grams (888.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	976

Total Fat 41.70g	53%
Saturated Fat 5.90g	30%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.80g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1226mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 135.80g	49%
Dietary Fiber 12.40g	44%
Total Sugars 15.60g
Protein 20.40g	41%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 164mg	13%
Iron 9mg	50%
Potassium 1313mg	28%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.5%

Protein: 8.2%

Carbs: 54.3%