Kolache Pohe is a traditional breakfast from the Konkan region of Maharashtra. Soft poha is combined with a sweet tangy coconut-based mixture typically flavoured with jaggery and kokum or tamarind then finished with a spiced tempering.
Rinse and soften the poha then prepare a coconut milk mixture with jaggery and kokum. Add a tempering of mustard seeds and cumin seeds with curry leaves and chillies then combine everything before serving.
Traditional Kolache Pohe commonly uses thick poha with coconut milk and jaggery plus kokum or tamarind. A tempering of mustard seeds and cumin seeds with curry leaves and chillies adds its savoury flavour.
Yes. Kolache Pohe is a traditional Konkani breakfast associated with South Konkan in Maharashtra. It is known for combining soft poha with coconut milk and sweet tangy flavours.
The combo includes Aazol Healthy Red Rice Poha (250g), Pure Kokum Extract: Kokum Agal (250ml) and Spiced Poha Papad: Poha Mirgund (175g). It is curated by renowned chef Keertida Phadke.
Use Healthy Red Rice Poha as the base and Pure Kokum Extract: Kokum Agal for the signature tang. Complete the meal with roasted or fried Spiced Poha Papad: Poha Mirgund for a crisp topping.
The combo provides the red rice poha, kokum extract and poha mirgund. Coconut milk and jaggery plus ingredients for the tempering need to be added separately.
Coconut milk creates the smooth and creamy base that defines traditional Kolache Pohe. It balances the sweetness of jaggery and the tartness of kokum while reflecting the coastal flavours of Konkan cuisine.
Yes. Kokum extract can provide the tangy flavour traditionally associated with Konkan cooking. Aazol Pure Kokum Extract: Kokum Agal blends easily with coconut milk and jaggery for Kolache Pohe.
Kokum Agal is a concentrated extract of kokum fruit used as a souring ingredient in Maharashtrian and Konkani cooking. It can be added to Kolache Pohe as well as curries and dals with drinks such as kokum sherbet. It is also known as kokum extract or kokum juice.
Yes. Red rice poha is made from unpolished red rice that retains its outer bran layer. It has a nuttier flavour and slightly denser texture than regular white poha while working well in breakfast dishes such as Kolache Pohe.
Yes. Rinse Aazol Healthy Red Rice Poha and soak it until it softens while still holding its shape. As red rice poha is denser than white poha it may require a slightly longer soaking time.
Poha Mirgund is a traditional Konkani papad made with flattened rice, red chilli and salt. It is shaped into small rectangles then sun-dried before being roasted or fried for a crisp texture.
Yes. Poha Mirgund can be roasted over an open flame or microwaved for a lighter preparation. It can also be shallow-fried for a crisp texture and fuller flavour.
Keertida’s Kolache Pohe Combo can be ordered through Aazol’s official website in India. Check the product page for the current price and available offers with delivery information.
