MONDAY Special Poha Recipe-Quick and Easy Breakfasts
In continuation of our previous discussion on the weekly breakfast menu, let’s dive into the details of what we have planned for each day along with some quick cooking tips.
| Weekdays | Food Choices |
| Monday | Poha with chutney/sauce + Tea/Coffee/Milk/Juice/Chaach |
| Tuesday | Paneer sandwich + Tea/Coffee/Milk/Juice/Chaach |
| Wednesday | Upma + Tea/Coffee/Milk/Juice/Chaach |
| Thursday | Moongdal/Besan/Atta Cheela + Tea/Coffee/Milk/Juice/Chaach |
| Friday | Boiled chana/Moongdal and toasted bread + Tea/Coffee/Milk/Juice/Chaach |
| Saturday | Sevaiyyan/Saboodaana + Tea/Coffee/Milk/Juice/Chaach |
| Sunday (Holiday – Cheat day) | Bedmi/Poori and Aloo ki sabji + Tea/Coffee/Milk/Juice/Chaach |
Today, we’ll focus on the Monday breakfast special—Poha with chutney, a light, flavorful dish that pairs perfectly with tea, coffee, milk, juice, or buttermilk. I’ll guide you through a simple recipe for making fluffy and delicious poha without it turning soggy.
Monday Breakfast: Poha
Here’s how you can make a quick and tasty poha in just a few minutes.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup poha (flattened rice)
- Salt to taste
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon oil or butter
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 medium-sized onion (chopped)
- 1 green chili (optional)
- 1 small tomato (chopped)
- Besan ki bhujiya or your favorite namkeen for garnish
Step-by-Step Recipe:
- Prepare the Poha:
- Take 1 cup of poha and quickly rinse it in drinking water. Be careful not to soak it for too long! Instant removal of water is crucial to avoid soggy poha.
- Add salt, turmeric, and a teaspoon of lemon juice. Mix well and set it aside.
- Cooking the Masala:
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil or butter in a pan.
- Add mustard seeds and let them crackle.
- Add chopped onions and green chilies (if you prefer a bit of spice). Sauté until the onions turn golden brown.
- Add the chopped tomato and a pinch of salt (just enough for the tomato). Sauté for a minute or two.
- Mix and Cook:
- Add the prepared poha to the pan and mix everything well. Turn off the heat immediately to avoid overcooking, which can make the poha dense.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Sprinkle besan ki bhujiya or your favorite namkeen on top for an extra crunch.
- Serve with tomato sauce or chutney on the side and enjoy a comforting start to your week!
Stay tuned for more quick breakfast recipes for the rest of the week. Each day will bring a new dish with easy-to-follow tips that will save you time and make your mornings delightful!