When it’s pouring outside and kids get hungry at random hours, the first snack that often comes to mind during the monsoons is pakoda. However, the same old bread pakoda or aloo pakoda can become monotonous. That’s why I decided to create a unique and delightful recipe for kids: palak poha pakoda. This innovative twist on traditional pakodas not only offers a different taste but also makes it lighter by replacing besan with poha. Bursting with flavor and healthiness, palak poha pakoda is the perfect monsoon snack that will keep your kids satisfied and happy, while avoiding the boredom of regular snacks.

Palak Poha Pakoda Recipe

Ingredients:

• Poha – 2 1/2 bowl
• Palak – 1 bowl finely chopped (You can try 100% Organic Brown Rice Poha)
• Moong dal – 1/2 bowl
• Coriander – 1/2 or 1 bowl as per your requirement
• Salt – as per taste
• Chilli – either green chillies or red chilli powder as per your taste and requirement

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Method:

1. Wash and soak dal for 5 minutes and then put it in boiling water for 15 minutes. The dal will soak up some water and become tender.

2. Run water through the poha for a minute and then let the water drain completely. Put it in a bowl with the palak and coriander.

3. Add the dal, salt and spices to the poha and mix till it forms a dough.

4. Make small balls or cylindrical shapes from the dough. You can also make them into small patties for cutlets.

5. If making cutlets, shallow fry the dough shapes. If making pakodas, deep fry in sufficient oil and drain on kitchen paper before serving.

When I make this recipe I divide the ingredients to make two separate dough – one without chilies for the kids and the other with loads of green chills and ginger to give it a strong flavor for the rest of the family. These pakodas are so easy and are also perfect for when the kids return from school. Just prepare the pakoda balls in the morning and refrigerate; fry just before serving. These pakodas go great with tomato sauce, and the mix of bright green and red will have the kids excited before they even taste these treats!

Author

Sumangla Indoria has done her B.Com from Delhi University and her PG Diploma in Event Management and Public Relations from EMDI, Mumbai. She has worked for 6 years in the event management and PR industry and for 2 years in Human Resources. She is currently a stay at home mom to her 1 and a half year old daughter.