Flat Rice (Poha) Veggie Pilaf - cooking recipe

Ingredients

4 cups poha, thick
1/2 cup cashew pieces
1/2 cup bell pepper, any colors
1 cup cilantro, chopped
2 tablespoons gingerroot, grated
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1/4 teaspoon hing
2 teaspoons sugar
6 -8 tablespoons oil
salt
1 large potato, cubed
1/4 cup raisins (optional)
1/2 cup frozen green pea
4 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon jalapeno, diced
1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
1/2 teaspoon cumin seed
1 tablespoon coriander powder
3 curry leaves
1 1/4 cups water

Preparation

Wash and drain rice.
Combine rice in bowl with 1/4 c water and soak 15 minutes.
Heat oil in a wok.
Add mustard seeds.
When they crackle, add cashews, raisins, hing, curry leaves, and all dry spices.
Stir to combine.
Add all vegetables, ginger, jalapeno, and cumin seeds.
Add 1 c water and cover.
Cook over medium heat until potatoes are done.
Add flat rice, cilantro, salt, sugar, and lemon juice.
Stir and serve hot with any green chutney.