This bowl blends familiar Indian pantry staples with warm breakfast flavours. The poha adds lightness, oats bring creaminess, and the banana caramelises into a soft, fragrant topping. The peanut butter drizzle gives richness, while the chilli honey cuts through with a sweet kick. It’s a balanced, energising breakfast that feels indulgent yet stays wholesome.
Ingredients
UNITSIngredients
1 cupThick poha, rinsed and drained
½ cupRolled oats
1 cupWater
¼ tspSalt
⅛ tspTurmeric powder
1 largeBanana, sliced
1 tspGhee
¼ tspCinnamon powder
1 pinchNutmeg powder
1½ tbspPeanut butter (smooth)
1 tbspWarm water
1½ tbspHoney
¼ tspRed chilli flakes
½ tspLemon juice
⅛ tspBlack pepper
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Directions
Description - Step 1
Soften Poha
Rinse the poha and let it rest briefly so it absorbs just enough moisture to stay fluffy. Add turmeric and salt, then gently lift the grains with your fingertips instead of stirring, which keeps them from collapsing into a paste-like texture.
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Cook the Oats
Heat water in a saucepan until it begins to bubble. Add the oats and cook on medium heat, stirring only occasionally so they hold their structure. Once the mixture thickens, fold in the prepared poha. This blending step ensures every spoonful has both creamy and light textures.
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Caramelise Banana
Warm the ghee in a small pan and place the banana slices without crowding the surface. Sprinkle cinnamon and nutmeg so the spices cling to the fruit. Let them cook undisturbed until the underside turns golden, then flip gently to avoid squashing the softened slices.
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Prepare Peanut Butter Drizzle
Whisk peanut butter with warm water until the mixture loosens into a smooth ribbon. It should flow easily but still feel rich when pulled with a spoon. This consistency helps it spread over the warm oats instead of clumping.
Description - Step 5
Infuse the Chilli Honey
Combine honey with chilli flakes and let it rest briefly. The resting time allows the chilli oils to blend through the honey, creating a warm but controlled spice level that complements the sweetness instead of overpowering it.
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Assemble the Bowl
Scoop the poha-oats base into a deep bowl while still warm. Lay the caramelised banana slices in a fan pattern so they stay visible. Drizzle the peanut butter mixture in slow lines, then add the chilli honey so it trickles into the oats, creating pockets of flavour.
Description - Step 7
Add Final Seasoning
Finish with lemon juice to brighten the sweetness and a light dusting of pepper to tie the warm spices together. This finishing layer balances the bowl and prevents it from tasting overly sweet.
Description - Step 8
Serve Immediately
Serve the bowl warm so the drizzle flows easily and the honey melts into the oats. The flavours are most expressive when the bananas are still soft and fragrant.
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