Make high-protein poha for breakfast, you will get a power dose of energy for the whole day, know the recipe.

By Samira Vishwas On Feb 25, 2026

Tezzbuzz Desk- Breakfast sets the tone for the whole day’s energy and mood. After a long gap overnight, the body needs food which is light and also keeps the stomach full for a long time. Poha is often considered a mere carbohydrate and excluded from weight loss or fitness diets, but made with the right ingredients, poha can make a balanced and high-protein breakfast.

Protein-rich Poha supports muscles, controls frequent hunger pangs and prevents unhealthy cravings. Even if you are new to the kitchen, this recipe is very easy. Let us know how to make healthy high-protein poha.

Ingredients required to make high-protein poha

1 bowl thick or thin poha (cleaned)
1 tsp desi ghee
1 tsp mustard
½ tsp cumin
6–8 curry leaves
1–2 finely chopped green chillies
1 small chopped onion
1 chopped capsicum
70 grams moong sprouts
70 grams boiled green peas
100 grams low-fat cheese (in small pieces)
a pinch of turmeric
a little red chili powder
a little chaat masala
salt as per taste
a little lemon juice
Green coriander (for garnish)

With the help of these ingredients, you can prepare delicious and nutritious Poha, which will prove helpful in your fitness journey.

Prepare power breakfast in easy steps

prepare poha

First of all, wash the poha with light water and keep it aside for 2–3 minutes, so that it becomes soft.

add seasoning

Heat ghee in a pan. Add mustard seeds in it. After crackling, add cumin, curry leaves and green chillies.

fry vegetables

Now add onion and fry until it turns light pink. Then add capsicum and cook for a few minutes.

add protein

Add moong sprouts and boiled peas to the pan and stir for 2-3 minutes. After this add cheese pieces.

mix spices

Add turmeric, red chilli powder and chaat masala. Mix well.

mix poha

Add soaked poha and mix slowly. Cover and cook for 2-3 minutes.

final touch

Switch off the gas and add lemon juice and green coriander.

Why is this Poha special?

High-protein and rich in fiber
Helpful in weight control
Better for muscle recovery
keeps the stomach full for a long time
Easy to make and tastes great

If you want to start a healthy lifestyle, then this high-protein poha is a great option for you. This power breakfast, which can be prepared in less time, will help in keeping your day energetic and healthy.