flattened rice is a breakfast staple in South Asia where it is called Chiura, poha, atukulu, and other names depending on the local language. It is particularly popular in India, Nepal, and Bangladesh.Aval (Poha) is a natural source of dietary fibre that is a helpful tool for managing weight and provides nutrition. Poha is made by de-husking rice grains and then parboiling or soaking them in hot water for 45 minutes. They are then dried, roasted, and then flattened with rollers. They usually come in thin, medium, and thick varieties. Thinner varieties are ideal for cooking and use in desserts, while thicker varieties are ideal for deep-frying. Poha can be eaten as snacks such as Indori poha, or cooked into various sweet, savory, or spicy dishes. Enthusiasts of the dish, especially in India, celebrate 7 June as International Poha Day.
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