Mumbai Street Style Poha Upma

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Mumbai Street Style Poha Upma

A traditional Indian breakfast dish from Mumbai, made with crunchy poha, mixed vegetables and spices. Perfect for a quick and nutritious morning meal.

🍽️ Breakfast 🌍 Indian 📊 Easy ⭐ 4.3/5 (836 reviews)
⏱️
18m
Prep
🔥
32m
Cook
50m
Total
👥
4
Serves
🔥
420
Cal/Serving

🛒 Ingredients

  • 2 cups poha
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped cabbage
  • 1/2 cup chopped carrot
  • 2 pieces chopped green chili
  • 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 1 teaspoon ginger paste
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • to taste salt

👨‍🍳 Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1: Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Step 2: Add mustard seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds.

  3. 3

    Step 3: Add chopped green chili and let it sauté for a minute.

  4. 4

    Step 4: Add chopped onion, cabbage, carrot and sauté until they are soft.

  5. 5

    Step 5: Add ginger paste, chili powder, garam masala, turmeric powder and salt. Mix well.

  6. 6

    Step 6: Add poha and mix well with vegetables.

  7. 7

    Step 7: Cook for 5-7 minutes or until poha is crispy.

  8. 8

    Step 8: Add lemon juice and mix well.

  9. 9

    Step 9: Serve hot garnished with chopped cilantro.

  10. 10

    Step 10: Enjoy!

💡 Pro Tips

Add more chili powder if you prefer spicy food. Adjust the amount of lemon juice to your taste. Serve with a dollop of yogurt or a sprinkle of cilantro for extra flavor.

📊 Nutrition per Serving

420
Calories
20g
Protein
60g
Carbs
15g
Fat
8g
Fiber
5g
Sugar
300mg
Sodium
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