Quinoa Poha. Quinoa Poha is my healthy twist on a popular Indian vegetarian breakfast and snack recipe. I use Quinoa instead of flattened rice (poha), which adds protein and fiber to this already nutritious dish. Here is a classic recipe with a healthy twist.
Well it is quinoa which replaces the poha here.
Quinoa poha is the right choice.
Quinoa is also a fantastic source of protein for vegetarians.
You can have Quinoa Poha using 12 ingredients and 4 steps. Here is how you achieve it.
Ingredients of Quinoa Poha
- It's 1 cup of quinoa.
- You need 2 tbsp of Cooking oil.
- You need 1/2 tsp of Mustard seeds.
- Prepare 2-10 of Curry leaves.
- You need 2 of Onion chopped medium.
- It's 1/4 tbsp of Turmeric powder.
- You need 2 of Green chillies chopped.
- It's 2 of Potatoes boiled peeled and cut into cubes.
- You need to taste of Salt.
- It's 1 tbsp of Fresh coriander.
- Prepare 2 tbsp of Fresh coconut scrapped.
- You need of Vegetables optional like tomatoes corn mushroom.
A quarter cup of cooked quinoa contains more than six grams of protein, which is more. I've recreated a twist in the traditional poha breakfast by using some wonderful Quinoa instead. Quinoa upma recipe with step by step photos. Quinoa is higher in antioxidants than any other gluten free grain.
Quinoa Poha instructions
- Rinse quinoa well, add water and all to cookm for 15 min on low flame... Drain excess water and let it fluff up.
- Heat oil in a non stick pan. Add mustard seeds, curry leaves and saute them....
- Add onion into it, saute till golden brown, add turmeric, green chilli and veg except tomatoes and saute well... Add boil potatoes and mix we!Ll...
- Add cooked quinoa, salt and mix well, transfer into a bowl.Garnish with corinder, coconut and tomatoes... And serve steaming hot...
It is cooked like any other grain and served with side dishes or used in salads. Kick start your day with this healthy and easy to make breakfast - Quinoa poha. A modern twist to a traditional favourite Indian breakfast item, this dish will not just tickle your. Is Poha Good for My Ayurvedic Diet? Find out by taking this free, easy quiz.
