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Low Carb Poha Recipe: How To Make Cauliflower Poha – Fitelo

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Low Carb Poha Recipe

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Cooking Time

20 minutes

Total Time

30 minutes

Ingredients
  • Curry Leaves - 8-10
  • Mustard Seeds - 1 Tsp
  • Cauliflower - 1 Cup
  • Onion - 1 Diced
  • A squeeze of Lime Juice
  • Green Chilly - 1
  • Haldi - 1/2 tsp
  • Olive Oil - 1 Tbsp
  • Salt to Taste
  • Coriander For Garnish
  • Cauliflower Rice - 1 Small Cup
  • Low carb poha recipe is not a regular poha recipe but this one is with a surprising twist. In this recipe, we are skipping your staple poha and using cauliflower rice instead. You can enjoy this new style of poha in your breakfast while working on weight loss plans. So, without a delay, let’s learn how to make this twisted cauliflower rice poha.

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    How To Prepare Low Carb Poha

    • Separate the cauliflower into florets and stalks. Wash thoroughly.
    • Now, grate the florets to resemble fine rice.
    • Shape and cut the stalk into cubes to resemble potatoes.
    • Boil the stalks in salted water for 10 minutes or till tender.
    • Now, heat a pan, and add olive oil. Then, mustard seeds, and once they start popping, add curry leaves and cauliflower stalks. Cook until tender.
    • Then, add onion and season with some salt and turmeric. Cook till onion becomes soft.
    • Add green chilies and cook for a further minute or so.
    • Now bring cauliflower rice, add salt, and a splash of water, and mix well. Cover and cook till tender.
    • Once the cauliflower is cooked, add coriander and a squeeze of lime juice.
    • Serve and enjoy.

    Health Benefits Of Low Carb Poha Recipe

    Here are a few health advantages of low carb poha:

    • This poha recipe has 50% fewer calories than our normal poha.
    • However, this recipe is diabetic-friendly.
    • The fact that poha can also be cooked in different ways means that it can be both tasty and healthy.
    • Those who are on a diet can still enjoy a delicious breakfast without losing out on the benefits.
    • Poha can be eaten as a snack too, but it essentially is a good breakfast option despite oats, quinoa, and other whole grains flooding the Indian market and being promoted as ‘healthy and nutritious.
    • Also, nutritionists acknowledge drained poha’s high nutrient value and recommend it as one of the healthiest Indian breakfasts.

    Tips To Remember

    • No peanut in our recipe but if using peanut: use it to garnish 5-10 gm.
    • Please make the low carb poha recipe under the guidance of a dietitian/nutritionist.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is Poha Good for Low Carb Diet?

    Poha is very low in calories. Almost it has about 76.9% of carbohydrates and 23% fat. This makes it one of the most ideal choices for weight loss.

    Is Puffed Rice(poha) Good for Keto Diet?

    Ans: Puffed rice is not keto-friendly. It is rich in carbohydrates and has a high glycemic index.

    Is Poha Good For Breakfast?

    Yes, poha is perfect for breakfast and also good for weight loss.

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    Disclaimer

    All recipes from Fitelo’s kitchen are devised to suit specific needs. And what may work on one condition may not be applicable to the other. However, always consult your nutritionist or dietitian before adding any of these recipes to your diet. Read More.

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