Red Rice Aloo Poha | Healthy Batata Poha

Poha, also known as flattened rice or beaten rice, is a popular Indian ingredient used for breakfast, snacks, and even light dinners. It is easy to digest, quick to cook, and widely consumed across India.

Poha can be used to prepare many dishes such as desserts, dosa, idli, upma, soups, and more. Since it is steam-cooked during processing, it requires very little cooking time.

Red rice poha is made by flattening red rice and is more nutritious than white poha, as it retains more fiber and minerals.

Aloo poha is a famous breakfast dish from Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Madhya Pradesh and is also known as Batata Poha. This healthy Indian breakfast is made with potatoes, onions, green chilies, peanuts, and curry leaves. A dash of lemon juice adds a refreshing tangy flavor.

Nutrition Benefits of Red Rice Aloo Poha

• Rich in dietary fiber, supports digestion.
• Red rice poha helps in better blood sugar control.
• Good source of complex carbohydrates for energy.
• Peanuts add plant protein and healthy fats.
• Light, filling, and suitable for breakfast or lunch.
• Naturally gluten-free

 Recipe Card: Red Rice Aloo Poha
 Prep Time: 10 mins
 Cook Time: 15 mins
 Servings: 2
 Diet: Vegetarian | Gluten-Free

Ingredients:

For Poha
Red poha – 1 cup
Green chilies – 2 (chopped)
Lemon juice – 2 tbsp
Ginger – 1 tbsp (shredded)
Small onions – 2 (chopped)
Peanuts – 20
Turmeric powder – ¼ tsp
Mustard seeds & urad dal – 1 tbsp
Curry leaves – few
Coriander leaves – few
Oil – 2 tbsp
Salt – to taste

For Potato Fry
Potato – 1 (chopped)
Hing (asafoetida) – ½ tsp
Salt – ¼ tsp
Chili powder – ¼ tsp
Oil – 2 tbsp

Method

Step 1: Prepare Poha

• Wash the red poha gently.
• Soak it in water for 2 minutes.
• Once the water is absorbed, fluff it gently and keep aside.

Step 2: Potato Fry

• Heat oil in a pan.
• Add chopped potato, chili powder, salt, and hing.
• Mix well, cover, and cook for 2 minutes until lightly golden.
• Switch off the flame and keep aside.

Step 3: Aloo Poha

• Heat oil in another pan.
• Add mustard seeds and urad dal; let them splutter.
• Add green chilies, onions, ginger, peanuts, and curry leaves. Sauté well.
• Add turmeric powder and salt.
• Add soaked red poha and mix gently.
• Add fried potatoes and mix.
• Switch off the flame.
• Add lemon juice and garnish with coriander leaves.

Serving Suggestions

 Serve hot Red Rice Aloo Poha with:

• Boondi raita
• Cucumber raita
• Coconut chutney

FAQ – Red Rice Aloo Poha

1. Is red rice poha healthier than white poha?
Yes, red rice poha has more fiber and nutrients than white poha.

2. Can I skip potatoes in aloo poha?
Yes, you can skip potatoes or replace them with vegetables like carrots or peas.

3. Is poha good for weight loss?
Poha is light and filling. When made with minimal oil, it can support weight management.

4. Is this recipe gluten-free?
Yes, red rice poha is naturally gluten-free.

5. Can I make this recipe without peanuts?
Yes, peanuts are optional and can be skipped if allergic.