Bataka Pauva (Seasoned Rice Flakes Breakfast)

Serves: 3

Ingredients:

Approx 2 Cups Pauva (rice flakes) (washed/drained)

½ Yellow Onion, finely chopped 

1.5 Serrano Pepper – shredded

½ Cup Corn

Turmeric

Asofetida (pinch)

Salt, to taste

Canola or Olive Oil (Enough to cover the onions)

Mustard Seeds (Rye)

Cilantro, chopped (Dhana, chopped)

Frozen Corn 

Potatoes, cubed and pre-cooked (optional)

1/2 - 1 Lemon, to taste

Method:
1. Your first step is to wash/drain the rice flakes. Put the rice flakes in a strainer, run cold water over it until they are all soaked. Then immediately remove from the water and place on the side. 
2. Now on the stovetop - put some cooking oil in a pan like you see below. 
3. When warm, add Asofetida, Mustard seeds and Diced Onions. Now add in some frozen corn if you choose. Cover and allow to cook on low heat. 
3b. Into the Rice Flakes, add Turmeric, Shredded Green Chili, Juice of Lemon and a pinch of Cumin/Coriander Powder to the washed rice flakes and mix.
4. Once the onions are translucent and soft, add the washed rice flakes. Mix in the pomegranate and corn. 
5. Add finely chopped cilantro. 

You are ready to serve and enjoy this yummy breakfast item! Don't forget to garnish with chopped cilantro. I like this dish with some warm chai!!!