Moong Sprouts Poha is a healthy, protein-packed breakfast or snack option. Made with moong sprouts (mung bean sprouts) and poha (flattened rice), this dish is light yet filling, packed with nutrients, and easy to prepare. It’s a great way to enjoy the benefits of sprouts in a savory, comforting dish.

Here’s a step-by-step recipe for Moong Sprouts Poha:

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Moong Sprouts Poha Recipe | What is the Recipe of Moong Sprouts Poha

Cuisine Indian

Author Rashmi Sharma

Ingredients

• 2 Cups Poha/Thick Flatten Rice/Aval
• 1 Cup Moong Sprouts
• 1 Onion Medium
• 1/2 tbsp Oil
• 1/2 tsp Mustard Seeds
• 1/2 tsp Cumin Seeds
• 5-7 Curry Leaves
• 2 Dry Red Chili Broken
• 1 tbsp Peanuts
• 1 tsp Red Chili Powder
• 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder
• Salt To Taste
• 1/2 tsp Sugar
• 1 tsp Lemon Juice
• 1 tbsp Coriander Leaves Chopped

Instructions

1. Keep your sprouts ready, check here on how to make sprouts at home. Rinse poha ( I have used red rice poha) in a strainer and keep aside, do not rinse for long just get all the poha to become wet and keep aside until required. Peel and chop onion, green chili (if using), coriander leaves.
2. Heat oil in a kadai (wok) or pan add mustard, cumin seeds and allow to splutter. Add peanuts and saute until peanuts becomes light brown and skin starts to separate. Add dry red chili or green chili, onion, curry leaves (I didn't used) and saute until onion becomes light brown and soft.
3. Add salt, turmeric powder, red chili powder mix well and cook for a min in low flame.
4. Add poha, sprouts and stir gently to mix everything well, cover and cook for 2-3 mins in medium flame, stir in intervals.
5. Now add sugar, lemon juice and mix everything well, cook for a min in slow flame, add coriander leaves and off flame.
6. Serve hot or warm.

Tips:

• Flavor Variations: You can also add tomatoes, carrot, or peas to the poha for more texture and flavor.
• Vegan Option: This dish is already vegan, so no modifications are needed for a plant-based version.
• Moong Sprouts: You can prepare your own moong sprouts by soaking the moong beans overnight and allowing them to sprout for 2-3 days, or you can use store-bought sprouts.

Health Benefits:

• Moong Sprouts are rich in protein, fiber, and essential vitamins. They are also low in calories, making them great for weight management.
• Poha is light, easily digestible, and provides carbohydrates for energy.
• Together, they make a balanced, nutrient-packed meal with healthy fats from oil and nuts.

Moong Sprouts Poha is a quick, nutritious, and flavorful dish that can be enjoyed at any time of the day. It’s a perfect option for breakfast, and it’s customizable with various vegetables and garnishes to suit your taste. Enjoy!