Poha Namkeen

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Poha Namkeen

A light, crunchy and healthy Indian snack made with roasted poha, nuts and mild spices. Perfect for tea-time or a quick bite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Ready In 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Snack
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 160
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2 cups Thin poha use thin variety only
  • 2 tbsp Peanuts
  • 1 tbsp Roasted chana dal
  • 1 tsp Oil just for tempering
  • 1 tsp Mustard seeds
  • 8-10 leaves Curry leaves
  • 2 Green chillies, slit
  • 1/4 tsp Turmeric powder
  • 1/2 tsp Salt adjust to taste
  • 1/2 tsp Sugar optional but recommended

Equipment

  • heavy bottom pan
  • Spatula
  • bowl

Method
 

  1. Heat a pan on low flame and dry roast the poha for 3 to 4 minutes until crisp. Keep aside.
  2. Heat oil in the same pan. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
  3. Add curry leaves, green chillies, peanuts and roasted chana dal. Roast for 2 minutes.
  4. Sprinkle turmeric powder and mix well for a few seconds.
  5. Add roasted poha, salt and sugar. Mix everything gently until the spices coat the poha evenly.
  6. Switch off the flame and let it cool completely before storing.

Notes

Store in an airtight jar for up to 2 weeks. Add cashews or raisins for variation.
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