Poori

Poori (Puri) is a puffed up Indian bread. It is unleavened (requires no raising agent) and is deep fried. It's a simple bread, made generally of whole wheat flour , small and is circular in shape. Although, there can be variation in the size and shape.

Typically, Pooris are made during festivals.(more so because they are not light on your waist... :) :)  )

Some basics will ensure a proper puffed up poori everytime.

Ingredients :

Whole wheat flour (Aata) - 2 cups
Salt - 1/4 tsp (optional)
Water - as needed
Oil - for frying

Preparation:

1, In a large bowl, take the whole wheat flour, add salt and mix.
2. Now add water, little by little and mix and form a stiff dough. Grease a dough with a little oil and set aside for 10-15 minutes.
3. Now, divide the dough in equal parts(small sized ball) and roll each ball in a circular shape.
4. In a deep frying pan, add oil and heat. The oil should be hot.
5. Add the rolled pooris one at a time , by gentlly pressing it with a slotted spoon.
6. When the poori puffs up, turn it over and cook on the other side till golden brown from both sides.


PS: For nice puffed up Pooris , it is important, that the dough is stiff and the oil is hot.

Serving Suggestion :

 Pooris taste best with Kheer , Kaale Chane , Halwa, Potato cooked in tomato gravy or any curry.

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