Aloo Poha (Potato Aval)

Potato Aval (Aloo Poha)

The very easy to make , nutritious Maharashtrian breakfast. There are many versions which exist, but this is my family's favorite.

Poha in itself is a complete meal, rich in minerals ,vitamins and fibre.You can add more vegetables if you like. I am showing you the basic version.

Working women can make this quickly which is delicious and nutritious for children.

Ingredients:

• Aval (Poha) -2 fistful 🤜(Approximately 1.5Cups)
• Onion - 2
• Potato - 2
• Peas (பட்டாணி) - 2 tablespoon
• Green chilli - 2 to 3
• Mustard seeds - 1 tsp
• Split black gram
• ( உளுத்தம்பருப்பு )-1 tsp
• Jeera -1tsp
• Red chilli powder
• (Optional) -1/2 tsp
• Turmeric powder
• (மஞ்சள் பொடி) -1/2 tsp
• Coriander leaves - for garnishing
• Oil - 2 tablespoons

Procedure : Aval(Poha) to be cleaned in water 2-3 ties and drained for 30minutes before preparing.

Head Kadhai and add mustard seeds. When it pops, add black gram, jeera, green chilli, onion and all vegetables one by one. Saute till potato becomes soft. Keep medium flame. Add aval(Poha), turmeric powder and mix all ingredients. Switch off flame. Sprinkle some water and cover the lit for 5minuets. Add chopped coriander and serve!