Oats Poha | Oats Poha Recipe
Oats Poha recipe is a simple and easy dish made with heart healthy oats, colorful veggies, and aromatic spices. It's a delicious and healthy twist on a classic Indian dish, poha recipe!
Ingredients
INGREDIENTS FOR OATS POHA [SAVORY OATS HASH]
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats; For gluten-free, use certified gluten-free oats
- ¾ cup green peas or choice of veggies like carrots, corn, potato
- 1 medium red or yellow onion, chopped
- 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
- 2-3 green chili, chopped; adjust to taste
- 3 tablespoons raw peanuts (optional) or nuts of choice; For nut-free, omit nuts
- 1 tablespoon oil
- ½ teaspoon cumin seeds
- ½ teaspoon red chili powder, adjust to taste
- 1-2 sprigs of curry leaves
- ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
- pinch of asafetida
- salt to taste
- Freshly squeezed lemon juice, adjust to taste
- A handful of fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
Prep for Oats Poha Recipe
- Add the oats to a sieve. Rinse them under running water for a few minutes or the water runs clear. Place the sieve in a bowl, and let the water drain completely, around 10 minutes.
Instructions for Oats Poha recipe
- In a Kadai or a skillet, heat oil. Add raw peanuts or nuts of choice. Fry the peanuts for a few minutes, or light golden brown. Remove the peanuts and set them aside.Note: For nut-free, skip this step.
- Next, add cumin seeds. Let the seeds crackle. Add hing, chopped onion, curry leaves, and a pinch of salt. Sauté for 2-3 minutes or until the onions are translucent.
- Now add tomatoes, green chili, turmeric powder, and red chili powder. Mix well. Cover and simmer for 3-4 minutes or until the tomatoes are softened.
- Add green peas, oats, and salt to taste. Sprinkle 2-3 tablespoons of water and mix well. Cover and cook for 5-6 minutes or until the oats are softened.
- Turn OFF the heat. Give a couple of minutes of resting time. Serve warm, garnish with peanuts, freshly chopped cilantro, and some freshly squeezed lemon juice.
- Enjoy healthy oats poha with a cup of chai!
Notes
Please refer to the post for the following:
- Tips For Delicious Oats Poha
- Frequently Asked Questions
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Oats Poha | Oats Poha Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
302
% Daily Value*
Fat
12
g
18
%
Saturated Fat
2
g
13
%
Trans Fat
0.01
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
3
g
Monounsaturated Fat
6
g
Sodium
88
mg
4
%
Potassium
485
mg
14
%
Carbohydrates
41
g
14
%
Fiber
9
g
38
%
Sugar
6
g
7
%
Protein
10
g
20
%
Vitamin A
798
IU
16
%
Vitamin C
24
mg
29
%
Calcium
50
mg
5
%
Iron
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Disclaimer
Nutrition values are my best estimates. If you rely on them for your diet, use your preferred nutrition calculator.
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