Kanda Poha - Onion Flattened Rice

Ingredients

• 2 cups flattened rice
• 1 medium onions
• 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1 teaspoon turmeric
• 2 whole green chilies
• 1 cup peanuts
• 2 tablespoons oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons coriander leaves
• 1 whole lemon

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse 2 cups of flattened rice under cold water in a fine mesh strainer. Let it drain for about 10 minutes until softened.

2. 2

   Peel and finely chop 1 medium onion.

3. 3

   In a large pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat.

4. 4

   Add 1 teaspoon of mustard seeds to the oil. Allow them to splutter for about 30 seconds.

5. 5

   Add the chopped onions and 2 whole green chilies (slit lengthwise) to the pan. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until the onions become translucent.

6. 6

   Stir in 1 teaspoon of turmeric and 1 teaspoon of salt, mixing well for another minute.

7. 7

   Add the drained flattened rice to the pan and gently mix everything together, ensuring the rice is evenly coated with the spices. Cook for about 2-3 minutes.

8. 8

   Add 1 cup of peanuts to the mixture and stir well. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.

9. 9

   Remove from heat and garnish with 2 tablespoons of chopped coriander leaves.

10. 10

    Serve hot with a wedge of lemon on the side for squeezing over the poha.