Puffed Rice Poha
Puffed Rice Poha is a light, low-calorie, and nutrient-dense snack or breakfast option. It is made with puffed rice, vegetables, and simple spices. This dish provides a good balance of carbohydrates, fiber, and essential vitamins from the veggies, making it a great choice for weight management and energy-boosting.
Allergen Information: Contains None
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
161 kcal
Protein
3 g
Carbs
31 g
Fat
2 g
Fiber
2 g
Ingredients
Onion Finely Chopped
0.5 small cup (50g)
Turmeric powder
0.25 tsp (1g)
Cumin seeds
0.25 tsp (1g)
Mustard seeds
0.25 tsp (0.5g)
Common salt
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Olive Oil
1 tsp (5g)
Fresh Coriander Leaves (chopped)
1 tbsp (5g)
Chopped Green Chilli
1 tsp (2g)
lemon juice
1 tbsp (15g)
Green Peas
0.25 small cup (25g)
Carrot
0.25 cup, chopped (50g)
Rice puffed
0.5 cup (100g)
Instructions
Preparation
Puffed rice:
-Clean puffed rice – Spread puffed rice (murmura) on a plate. Pick out any husk or impurities. Do not wash.
-Roast lightly (optional) – For extra crispness, dry roast puffed rice in a pan for 2–3 minutes on low flame (do not brown). Keep aside.
Cooking Steps
Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and mustard seeds and let them splutter.
Add chopped onions and sauté for 2-3 minutes until they turn translucent.
Add chopped carrot, green peas Mix well and cook for 3-4 minutes.
Add turmeric powder and salt. Mix well.
Add the dry puffed rice and mix well, toss gently with the masala. Sprinkle a little water (just 2–3 tbsp) to soften slightly, stir well, and cook for 1–2 minutes. This way puffed rice stays light and fluffy, not soggy.
Off the flame, garnish with fresh coriander leaves and a squeeze of lemon juice. Serve hot.
Community Reviews & Results
Nikhil Lata Kumar
"Including this in my weekly meal plan, and this health-focused Puffed Rice Poha blew me away with its authentic flavor. It kept me full for hours without causing any heaviness or acidity. Will definitely keep this in my regular rotation."
Harvinder Nath Srivastava
"Including this in my weekly meal plan, and Puffed Rice Poha has quickly become a household favorite. The clean ingredients made a noticeable difference in overall freshness. Super satisfied with the overall taste and nutritional value."
Amit Prasad Rustagi
"Following this recipe for 2 weeks now, and Puffed Rice Poha has quickly become a household favorite. The clean ingredients made a noticeable difference in overall freshness. Will be making this again very soon."
Nidhi Prakash Rao
"Following this recipe for 2 weeks now, and this version of Puffed Rice Poha is so much better than restaurant style. It requires minimal preparation time, which is ideal for a fast-paced routine. Will be making this again very soon."