POHA: Awesome Wholesome

 Poha......When Parboiled Rice is flattened....we get Poha.

In order to cook  faster....usage of less water......this method of flatening the Rice was introduced. 

Today,apart from Rice....we have a variety of Ragi Poha,Jowar Poha and other Millet varieties. 

Most households in India make varieties of dishes from this quintessential Poha.

Depending on the amount of Flatening....we have Thick,Medium,Thin,Nylon...  Poha variants.

In Maharashtra and Karnataka where Poha is savored a lot....a gourmet recipes of this Humble Poha are available. 

Kanda Poha, Batata Poha,Tomato Poha,Cucumber Poha,BiryaniPoha......depending on the veggies added to the Poha.

In North Karnataka, Poha is also called " Avalakki".

The South Indian households prepare Gojju Avalakki....Tamarind pulp and Jaggery is added to the Avalakki. 

If Brinjals get added to this Gojju....we get Vangi Avalakki.

Garnish the Poha/ Avalakki with Freshly grated coconut, corriander, Lemon juice and peanuts.......ah Heaven.

Poha is a Dieters Delight.

Add loads of veggies and peanuts.....we get a One Potmeal of Carbohydrates, Proteins and Fats.

The Poha is added to Idlis and we get Fluffy Idlis.

Even Dosas get an additional spongy feel....Spongy Dosa.

The new generation  loves experimenting new dishes....so Poha cutlets,Poha Burger.....to interest the little ones at home.

During special occasions, the Poha gets fried or dry roasted....and we get Chivda.

The Poha in someplace gets served with gravies and curries....Tarri Poha.

with lentil soup...Misal Poha.,Usal Poha.

Dear Friends, if you have any more interesting ideas for our Humble Quintessential Poha....do mention in your comments.