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The question of what to have for breakfast every morning is no less than a challenge for many people. While eating bread-butter, upma or poha every day, sometimes one starts desiring a change in taste. Breakfast has its own special identity in different states of India, but Poha is a breakfast which is liked in many parts of the country.

The method of making Poha also changes according to the place. At some places it has the flavor of onion and sev, at other places special spices and gravy completely change its taste. If it is not possible for you to travel to different states to taste poha, then why not taste the famous poha of these states at home?

Here we are telling you about such varieties of Poha which are liked in 5 different states, which you can easily try at home.

1. Kanda Poha of Maharashtra

Kanda Poha of Maharashtra is very popular for its taste and simplicity. In this, plenty of onion i.e. Kanda is added along with Poha. It is made more delicious by adding sev and crunchy dry fruits on it.

This poha with mild spicy taste is a great option for morning breakfast. You can also eat it with chutney of your choice. If you want to try something new in your daily Poha, then definitely make Kanda Poha from Maharashtra.

2. Indori Poha

As soon as the name of Indore comes, the first thing that comes to mind is the famous Poha there. Indori Poha is rich in onion, spices and sev. Its most important identity is that it is used in Jeerawan Masalawhich makes its taste different from other pohas.

Not much material is required to prepare it. Ordinary Poha can be given a complete Indori style by adding special spices and sev on top.

3. Nagpur's Tari Poha

If you like spicy and gravy breakfast, then you will definitely like Nagpur's Tari Poha. Unlike normal Poha, spicy gravy i.e. 'Tari' is added on top of it.

Ingredients like thick chivda, finely chopped onion, mustard seeds, cumin seeds, curry leaves, green chillies, salt and some sugar are used in making this poha. Because it is served with gravy, its taste becomes quite different and special.

4. Curd Poha of Bihar and Jharkhand

If you do not have much time in the morning or do not feel like cooking anything, then simple dahi poha from Bihar and Jharkhand can be an easy option.

To make this, poha is washed lightly and curd and sugar is mixed in it. After mixing everything well, it gets ready instantly. This is an especially good option for those who want to eat something light and tasty without much effort.

5. Khara Avalakki of Karnataka

In Karnataka, Poha is known as 'Avalakki'. Khara Avalakki is a delicious and easy breakfast, prepared with ingredients like onion, ginger, mustard, chana dal, urad dal and salt.

It is usually garnished with coriander leaves and served with coconut chutney. Due to the spices and seasoning, its taste is quite different from ordinary poha.

Try Poha from different states at home

Poha may seem like a simple breakfast, but there is a lot of variety in its preparation and taste in different parts of India. From Kanda Poha of Maharashtra to Indori Poha, Tari Poha of Nagpur, Dahi Poha and Khara Avalakki of Karnataka, each variety has its own unique identity.

Next time if you feel like eating something different for breakfast, then instead of making the usual poha, try one of these regional recipes. This will change the taste of breakfast and one can enjoy the flavors of different states of the country while sitting at home.