Indori Poha (Poha of Indore) is a type of flattened (beaten) rice that is likely to have originated in the Indian metropolis of Indore. It contains cooked Poha (flattened rice) and is usually served with a unique combination of Jalebi (called Poha-Jalebi combined), Sev, sliced onions and funnel seeds.[1][2]
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| Alternative names | Pohe-Jalebi (with Jalebi) |
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| Course | Snack |
| Place of origin | India |
| Region or state | Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh |
| Main ingredients | rice, chilies, onions, mustard seed and cumin seeds, curry leaves |
History
Indori Poha resembles its name from the city of Indore being its place of origin. It is believed that it was created after India's independence (1947). Recipe of Indori Poha though differs from vendors to vendors, still it is very much similar to that of Marathi Pohay with a blend of North and Central Indian spices, snacks and namkeen.[3][4]
Indori Poha is mainly sold by vendors all around the city during morning time. It is also available in nearby cities Ujjain, Dewas, Sagar, Dhar, Ratlam and Bhopal and is becoming a very popular cuisine in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh and Bihar.[5]
References
- ^ Saffron Streaks. "Indori poha/Flattened Rice Recipe". Retrieved May 8, 2016.
- ^ "Poha off menu at Simhastha stations". telegraphindia.com. Retrieved 8 May 2016.
- ^ "How to make Indori Poha in 7 steps". wikiHow. Retrieved May 8, 2016.
- ^ "Options for healthy snacking (state-wise)". timesofindia.indiatimes.com. Retrieved 8 May 2016.
- ^ "Cook's Hideout - Indori Breakfast". Cook's Hideout. Retrieved May 8, 2016.