Flattened Rice With Onions - Breakfast Special

{ Preparation & Cooking Time : 35 Min }

      Difficulty : Easy

     Meal Type : Vegetarian

           Serves : 2

  Cuisines : Indian, American, Russian, Asian, European,

  Ingredients

 • 2 cups (about 150grams/5.5oz) (flattened rice)

 • 2 large Onion, finely chopped

 • 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds

 • 1/2 tsp Asafoetida powder

 • 1/4 cup Peanuts (optional)

 • 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric

 • 1-2 Green chilies, or as per taste, thinly sliced

 • 1/2 tbsp powdered Jaggery, see Tips

 • Few sprigs of Curry leaves and Cilantro

 • Salt to taste

 • Lemon juice to taste

    Preparation Method

1. First wash the rice flakes in cold water very well and Let it drain for 10 minutes.

2.While that's draining, heat 2 teaspoon oil/ghee/butter. But i used coconut oil to impart a coconut flavor instead of using regular coconut in the recipe.

3. Now add mustard seeds and asafoetida. When the seeds splutter, add the peanuts and stir until roasted. You can alternatively roast/toast the peanuts separately and add them towards the end too.

4. Then add the onions and green chilies  next along with salt Once soft, add the curry leaves and turmeric powder.

5. Time to add the jaggery or sugar and mix until combined. Add the drained Poha next.

Stir to combine.

Close with the lid and reduce the heat to low. Keep this for about 3-4 minutes. I do this for the flavors to mingle.

6. Squeeze some lemon juice and garnish with cilantro before serving hot/warm. If making this Street Food Style: Before serving add in the sev and coconut along with cilantro. And oh yes, making it with butter/ghee would be essential for that rich taste.

Tips

1. Optional Ingredients : You can also add other vegetables like boiled Potatoes, boiled (or frozen) Green peas to make it a more substantial meal. Some roasted peanuts also make for a nice crunch.

         ENJOY