Soya Poha ( Diabetic Snacks)
Cuisine: Indian
Author: EasyRecipes .
Prep time: 5 mins
Cook time: 10 mins
Total time: 15 mins
I cannot highlight the benefits of soybeans enough! a powerhouse of nutrients, they are used here in granule form to whip up an appetizing version of poha, a popular maharashtrian snack. Eat this unusual version regularly to benefit from the goodness of soya.
Ingredients
  • 1¼ cups soya granules
  • 1 tsp mustard seeds ( rai / sarson)
  • 1 tsp urad dal (split black lentils)
  • 5 to 6 curry leaves (kadi patta)
  • ¼ tsp asafoetida (hing)
  • ½ cup sliced onions
  • 1 tsp finely chopped green chillies
  • 1 tbsp chopped coriander (dhania)
  • ¼ tsp turmeric powder (haldi)
  • ½ tsp chilli powder
  • ¼ cup boiled green peas
  • 2 tsp lemon juice
  • 2 tsp oil
  • salt to taste
  • For The Garnish
  • 2 tbsp chopped coriander (dhania)
Instructions
  1. Soak the soya granules in 2 cups of warm water for 30 minutes. Squeeze and keep aside.
  2. Heat the oil in a non-stick pan and add the mustard seeds, urad dal, curry leaves and asafoetida and sauté till the seeds crackle.
  3. Add the onions and green chillies and sauté till the onions turn translucent.
  4. Add the coriander, turmeric powder, chilli powder and salt and mix well.
  5. Add the soya granules and green peas and sauté for another 3 to 4 minutes.
  6. Remove from the flame, add the lemon juice and mix well.
  7. Serve hot garnished with coriander.
Recipe by Mithila.net at http://www.mithila.net/snacks/soya-poha-diabetic-snacks-5430.html