Love Poha for breakfast? 6 ways to add 20 gms protein to each serving
Published on: June 19, 2026, 10:59 p.m. | Source: Times of India
Poha is one of India's most popular and beloved breakfast dishes. It is easy to make, light and quick, and makes for one of the simplest breakfasts loved by many households. Made from flattened rice and typically cooked with onions, peanuts, curry leaves, and spices, poha offers carbohydrates for energy but is relatively low in protein. That is the reason many fitness lovers are hesitant to start the day with this Indian staple. Nutrition experts recommend including a good source of protein at breakfast to improve satiety, support muscle health, and reduce mid-morning hunger pangs. Keeping this in mind, here we have listed 6 easy ingredients that can be added to poha, delivering around 20 gms of protein per serving. Take a look.
