Oats Peas Poha
Ingredients
30g rolled oats
1/2 cup green peas (fresh or frozen)
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 green chilli, chopped
1/4 tsp mustard seeds
1/4 tsp cumin seeds
1/4 tsp turmeric powder
1 tsp lemon juice
Salt to taste
1 tsp ghee or cold-pressed oil
Curry leaves 4–5 (optional)
Coriander leaves for garnish
Method
Dry roast oats for 2–3 minutes on low flame until slightly crisp; keep aside.
Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds and cumin seeds; allow them to splutter.
Add curry leaves, green chilli, and onions; sauté until onions turn soft.
Add peas and cook for 3–4 minutes.
Add turmeric and salt; mix well.
Add roasted oats and sprinkle 3–4 tablespoons of water to soften slightly.
Cover and cook for 2 minutes on low flame.
Turn off the flame, add lemon juice, and mix.
Garnish with coriander and serve hot.
Nutritional Benefits
A high-fiber, low-GI breakfast option that supports stable energy and digestion.
Oats provide beta-glucan for heart health and cholesterol control, peas add plant protein,
and the combination makes it a balanced, light, and nutritious meal for weight management.
