grain
Pressed rice
Poha
1.6 g1 teaspoon
4.8 g1 tablespoon
Flattened rice bulk density about 0.32 g/ml; 1 tsp about 1.6 g (1 tbsp about 4.7 g).
Instead of Pressed rice
Thick flattened riceUse the same weight; rinse in a sieve and soak 5–10 minutes until just soft. It is the same poha in a thicker grade, so texture is close.
Coarsely broken riceUse the same weight; soak 20–30 minutes and cook 5 minutes longer. Grains stay separate and less flaky.
Puffed riceUse the same weight only for dry snacks; it goes soggy if soaked. Not for poha-style dishes.
