Step-by-step
1
firstly, in a mixer jar take 1 cup poha and ½ cup rava.
2
grind to a coarse powder.
3
transfer the powdered poha suji mixture to a large bowl.
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add 1 tsp cumin, ¾ tsp salt and 1 cup curd.
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mix well making sure everything is well combined.
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now add ½ cup water or as required and form a dough texture batter.
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cover and rest for 10 minutes allowing suji and poha to absorb well.
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add 2 tbsp coriander, 1 chilli, few curry leaves, pinch hing and ½ tsp chilli flakes.
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mix well combining everything well.
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with your wet hands, pinch a ball-sized dough and shape it.
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flatten it slightly and make a hole in the centre.
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place in a steamer and steam for 15 minutes.
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finally, enjoy Poha Nasta Recipe with spicy chutney.
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Notes
- firstly, make sure to soak the suji and poha well. else the vada will not turn soft.
- also, adding curd gives a nice tanginess to the vada. you can replace it with 1 tsp lemon juice.
- additionally, after steaming the vada, you can pan roast to get crispiness.
- finally, Poha Nasta Recipe can also be packed in the lunch box.
Original recipe by Hebbar’s Kitchen: https://hebbarskitchen.com/poha-nasta-recipe-healthy-steamed-vada/