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For Poha
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Wash Poha in water two to three times. Drain well. Add salt, lemon juice and sugar. Mix and keep side.
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In a pan, add oil and once it's hot add cumin seeds. Once the seeds splutter, add green chili and onions. Fry well until translucent.
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Add curry leaves, peas (steamed) and turmeric powder. If using fresh peas, then cover and cook for a couple of minutes until the peas are soft.
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Mix well and then add the seasoned poha.
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Mix well and add fresh coriander. Cover and cook at this point on low heat until the poha is soft and aromatic.
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For Sprouts Usal
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Add oil in a pan. Once it is hot, add asafoetida (hing).
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Add cumin seeds, green chili and onion. Fry well until translucent.
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Add tomatoes and fry until oil leaves the sides.
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Add garlic, desiccated coconut, salt, red chili powder, garam masala powder (all spice powder). Mix well and fry for a couple of minutes. Use a little water if it's too dry and burning.
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Now add mixed sprouts and 2 cups of water.
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Cover and cook for 15 minutes or until sprouts are a bit soft but not mushy. [If you prefer mushy then pressure cook for 2 whistles]
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Add lemon juice, fresh coriander.
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Serve 1/2 cup poha with Usal in a bowl. Garnish with coconut chutney and fresh coriander. You can also add chopped onion, dry snack or farasan mixture for crunch if you fancy.