Kanda Poha Recipe(Maharashtrian Breakfast)
Kanda Poha (Maharashtrian Breakfast) is an authentic West India Breakfast celebrated for its traditional flavors. Made with 10 metric-measured ingredients (including Thick Poha (Flattened Rice, washed), Onions (Finely chopped), Raw Peanuts, Mustard Seeds & Cumin, Green Chilies & Curry Leaves), this recipe takes approximately 15 mins to prepare and serves 4. On Shopvora, you can scale servings and order all ingredients in one click directly to your Swiggy Instamart cart for 10-15 minute doorstep delivery.
Ingredients for Kanda Poha (Maharashtrian Breakfast)
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Rinse thick poha in a colander under running water for 30 seconds. Drain and gently toss with turmeric, sugar, and salt. Rest 5 minutes.
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Professional culinary techniques for restaurant-quality Kanda Poha (Maharashtrian Breakfast) at home
Bloom Spices in Warm Fat
Whole spices (cumin, cardamom, cloves, cinnamon) release their fat-soluble flavor compounds only when bloomed in hot ghee or mustard oil before wet ingredients are introduced.
Balance Acid, Fat & Heat
If the gravy feels heavy or flat, a splash of lemon juice or a pinch of amchur (dry mango powder) brightens the entire profile instantly.
Deglaze the Pan (Fond Retention)
Scrape the caramelized browned bits sticking to the bottom of your kadai using a splash of warm water. That fond contains the most concentrated umami flavor.
🥗Nutritional Breakdown
Estimated nutritional facts per serving (based on 4 servings)
* Percent Daily Values (% DV) are based on a 2,000-calorie reference diet. Actual nutritional requirements may differ based on age, gender, and physical activity level.
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Thick Poha (Flattened Rice, washed)
3 cups (300 g)
Onions (Finely chopped)
2 medium
Raw Peanuts
0.33 cup (50 g)
Mustard Seeds & Cumin
1 tsp each
Green Chilies & Curry Leaves
3 minced + 2 sprigs
Turmeric Powder
0.5 tsp
Sugar & Lemon Juice
1 tsp + 1 tbsp
Fresh Grated Coconut & Coriander
0.5 cup
Cooking Oil
2 tbsp
Salt
1 tsp