Need for spice

Do you experience the sudden urge to eat something spicy at times? I had this uncontrollable urge this evening, and we were out of snacks. There were no chips or spicy snacks in the house. And I had to, had to eat something I liked. So, off I went rattling my brain in search of something spicy and tangy.

I didn’t have to think too much. For a long time now, I had been meaning to make my favorite snack – Dadpe Pohe. This is a different kind of Maharashtrian snack. My mom used to make this for Sunday breakfast. My dad had this irritating habit of starting the TV for the 8o’clock Rangoli. I and my brother used to cover our heads with pillows. But, dad used to increase the volume. Finally, after many groans and complaints, we used to get up. Then the four of us used to have the normal discussion of what to make for breakfast. Now, my bro likes the normal batate pohe, but I would any day prefer dadpe pohe. So, after much cajoling I used to have my way and mom used to make dadpe pohe. I have to tell you that this dish is so easy to make and taste delicious. I used to gobble down at least 4-5 plates:-). Here’s the recipe for my favorite Sunday breakfast.

Dadpe Pohe

Ingredients
1.3 cups thin poha
2.1 medium onion
3.1 medium tomato
4.3-4 green chillies
5.1 cup grated coconut
6.1 tsp red chilli powder
7.½ tsp turmeric powder
8.¼ th tsp garam masala powder
9.½ cup groundnuts
10.1 tbsp lime juice
11.1 tsp cumin seeds
12.½ tsp mustard seeds
13.Pinch of asafoetida
14.Salt and sugar to taste
15.Oil for frying

Method
1.Wash the poha. Finely chop the onion and tomato. Finely chop the green chillies.
2.Add the onion, tomato, and grated coconut to the poha.
3.Add sugar, salt, red chilli powder, and garam masala powder to the poha. Mix thoroughly.
4.Heat oil in a pan. Add the cumin and mustard seeds. When they begin to splutter, add asafoetida, turmeric powder, and green chillies. Add the groundnuts and fry for some time.
5.Pour this mixture in the poha and mix thoroughly.
6.Add lime juice and mix again.

Verdict: Hubby had not eaten this poha before. When he tasted it, he found it similar to Bhel. He loved this snack. It’s a must try for all those who haven’t tasted it before. It takes just 15 minutes to prepare. Hope all of you try it and like it too!