ABOUT
Red poha or red rice flakes is nothing but flattened rice made from red rice. Red poha nutrition value is high compared to white rice flakes. It has health benefits in terms of having more iron content and is also easy to digest. Rice flakes also goes by the name flattened rice, beaten rice, poha, atukulu, aval and avalakki. It is a dehusked rice that is flattened into dried flakes. There are a variety of rice flakes available in the market based on their thickness. Red rice poha is a healthy alternative to white rice flakes and is an essential pantry ingredient to make quick tiffins or lunch box items.
NUTRITIONAL FACTS (100 G OF EDIBLE PORTION)
| Energy (kcal) | Carbohydrate (g) | Protein (g) | Fat (g) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 401 | 78 | 6.5 | 7 |
HEALTH BENEFITS
- Fiber-rich carbohydrates help control diabetes.
- If you are planning on cutting down on food grains like wheat and barley, you can opt for poha since it is gluten-free.
- It’s rich in manganese, magnesium, calcium, and selenium; Red rice helps to develop strong bones, decreasing the risk of bones weakening and fractures.
- The glycemic index is low and it is good news for those with obesity, and even a heart condition.
RECIPE
RED RICE POHA
Ingredients
- 1½ Cup Red Rice Flakes
- 1 Potato small boiled & chopped
- 1 Onion small finely chopped
- 1 Tbsp Cooking Oil
- 2 Tbsp Peanuts
- 1/2 Tsp Mustard seeds
- 1/2 Tsp Cumin seeds
- 1 Tbsp Sesame seeds
- 1/2 Tsp Asafoetida
- 1/4 Tsp Turmeric powder
- 1 Tbsp Red chili powder
- 4-5 Green Chili Crushed
- 1/2 Tbsp Lemon Juice
- 2 Tbsp coriander Finely chopped
- Salt to taste
Nutritional Info
This information is per serving.
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Calories
143 Kcal
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Carbohydrates
12 gm
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Protein
3 gm
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Fat
10 gm
Method
Step 1
Firstly we begin by washing poha twice.
Step 2
Let it soak in water for 5-7 minutes.
Step 3
After almost 8 minutes strain the poha and set it aside.
Step 4
Heat a kadhai and add oil.
Step 5
Once the oil is hot, roast a batch of peanuts and take them out.
Step 6
Add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, sesame seeds, asafetida, chopped green chillies, curry leaves, and onions.
Step 7
After a few seconds, sprinkle salt to taste and mix.
Step 8
Once onions turn soft, add boiled potato cubes, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, and mix well.
Step 9
Now add strained poha and sprinkle salt accordingly. Bring all the ingredients together.
Step 10
Cook on low or low-medium flame throughout.
Step 11
Pour lemon juice, and chopped coriander.
Step 12
The red rice poha is ready, switch off the flame and at the very end add roasted peanuts.
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