Poha calories
पोहा
Flattened rice softened and stir-fried with onion, mustard seeds, curry leaves, turmeric, green chilli and peanuts, finished with lemon and coriander. It is a common breakfast in western and central India.
Quick answer
A typical serving of Poha (1 plate of kanda poha with peanuts) has about 330 kcal. Most servings fall between 250 and 500 kcal, depending on the portion and the recipe.
- Calories
- 330 kcal
- Protein
- 9 g
- Carbs
- 39 g
- Fat
- 15 g
Nutrition facts per serving
Serving: 1 plate of kanda poha with peanuts, about 180 g.
| Nutrient | Amount | Share of calories |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 330 kcal | 100% |
| Protein | 9 g | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 39 g | 48% |
| Fat | 15 g | 41% |
Calories in common versions
| Version | Typical calories |
|---|---|
| Small bowl, about 100 g | 180 kcal |
| Indori poha with sev on top | 430 kcal |
| With 1 cup of masala chai | 420 kcal |
What drives the calories
- Flattened rice gives most of the carbs.
- The oil for the tempering and the peanuts give most of the fat.
- Toppings such as sev or namkeen add about 100 kcal.
How to make it lighter
- Use less oil and fewer peanuts.
- Add more vegetables, such as peas and carrots.
- Skip the sev on top.
How to log Poha in Nibbs
Note toppings such as sev, extra peanuts or a side of jalebi, so Nibbs can add them to the poha. Nibbs then estimates the portion and the calories for your actual plate, and you can edit any item before you save it.
Poha calorie questions
How many calories are in poha?
A plate of kanda poha with peanuts (about 180 g) has about 330 kcal. A small bowl (about 100 g) has about 180 kcal.
Is poha a good breakfast?
Poha is moderate in calories, but it is mostly carbs. Peas, peanuts or a side of curd add protein. A lot of oil or sev adds fat fast.
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