Rinse poha in running water.make sure that you do not rinse it too much or else it breaks and gets mushy.
While rinsing, the poha absorbs enough water and it becomes soft. The poha must become soft but remain intact, whole and separate. This is the reason to use thick variety poha here. Pro tip-If the poha does not become soft, sprinkle few drops of water on the poha in the strainer till they get softened.
Heat oil in a pan.
Add mustard seeds and cumin.
when they crackle, Add peanuts and curry leaves.
Quickly stir it.
Add soaked poha into the pan.
Add salt, turmeric powder,green chili paste, sugar and mix evreything well.
Also add Green peas and mix.
cook everything for 2 to 3 mins on medium flame.
garnish with coriander.
add lemon juice and namkin on the top.
serve hot.
Notes
If you have Peanut Allergy then you can completely avoid peanuts in this recipe. Always ask your doctor before trying.