Laila Powa Medium 1kg

Stock up on a South Asian kitchen essential with Laila Powa Medium 1kg — flattened rice (also known as poha, pawa, or beaten rice) that is a versatile and quick-cooking staple used across Indian, Nepali, and Sri Lankan cuisines. Powa is made by parboiling and flattening rice grains into light, delicate flakes that rehydrate in minutes, making it one of the most convenient and nutritious ingredients for quick breakfasts, snacks, and festive dishes.

• Medium thickness flattened rice (poha / pawa / beaten rice) — a South Asian kitchen staple
• Quick and easy to prepare — simply rinse and it’s ready to cook in minutes
• The essential ingredient for poha — the classic Indian spiced flattened rice breakfast dish
• Perfect for making kanda poha (with onions), batata poha (with potato), and vegetable poha
• Ideal for making chivda — the popular crispy spiced poha snack mix
• Also used in Maharashtrian, Gujarati, and South Indian cooking for a variety of dishes
• Great for making poha kheer — a light, delicate rice pudding dessert
• Medium thickness — versatile for both wet dishes and dry, crispy preparations
• Generous 1kg pack — ideal for families and regular cooking
• From Laila — a trusted name in South Asian foods in the UK
• No artificial colours or preservatives
• Suitable for vegetarians and vegans

How to use: Rinse the powa gently under cold water until just moistened and set aside to soften for 2–3 minutes — do not over-soak. For classic poha, heat oil in a pan, temper with mustard seeds, curry leaves, green chilli, and onion, then add the softened powa with turmeric, salt, and a squeeze of lemon. Toss gently and serve garnished with fresh coriander and grated coconut. For chivda, dry roast or shallow fry the powa until crispy, then toss with nuts, spices, and dried fruits. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.