Soya Poha

A popular Maharastrian snack beneficial to both diabetic and hypertension


1 cup soya granules
1 tsp mustard seeds
1 tsp urad dal
5-6 curry leaves
1/4 tsp asafoetida
1/2 cup sliced onions
1 tsp finely chopped green chilies
1/4 tsp turmeric powder
1/2 tsp chili powder
1/4 cup boiled green peas
2 tsp lemon juice
2 tsp oil
1/2 tsp saslt

• Soak the soya granules in 2 cups of warm water for 30 minutes. Squeeze out the water and keep aside
• Heat the oil in a non-stick pan, add the mustard seeds, urad dal, curry leaves and asafoetida and saute till the seeds crackle
• Add the onions and green chilies and saute till onions turn light brown
• Add the coriander, turmeric, chili powder and salt and mix well
• Add the soya granules and green peas and saute for another 3-4 minutes
• Remove from the flame and add lemon juice and mix well. Serve hot