High Protein Alu Puri
Give your classic comfort food a nutritious twist with this High Protein Alu Puri recipe! Perfectly combining whole wheat flour and chickpea flour (besan), this protein-packed dough is stuffed with a flavorful mixture of spiced mashed potatoes and green peas. Enhanced with fragrant spices like cumin, coriander, garam masala, and a touch of turmeric, these puris are golden, crispy, and irresistibly delicious. Whether you're looking for a hearty breakfast, a satisfying snack, or a fun party appetizer, this recipe lets you indulge guilt-free while staying energized. Serve these puffed delights fresh and hot, paired with tangy yogurt, spicy chutneys, or pickles for an irresistible high-protein treat that hits all the right notes! Perfect for health-conscious foodies, this recipe offers a balanced spin on the much-loved Indian classic.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Whole wheat flour
- 0.5 cups Chickpea flour (besan)
- 2 medium Boiled potatoes
- 0.5 cup Green peas
- 0.25 cup Yogurt
- 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Fresh coriander leaves, chopped
- 2 cups Oil for frying
- 0.75 cup Water
- 0.5 teaspoon Garam masala
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, chickpea flour, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and yogurt. Gradually add water and knead into a smooth, elastic dough. Cover with a damp cloth and set aside for 15 minutes.
While the dough is resting, peel and mash the boiled potatoes in a bowl. Add green peas, cumin seeds, turmeric powder, chili powder, coriander powder, garam masala, remaining salt, and chopped coriander leaves. Mix well to combine all ingredients evenly.
Divide the dough into small lime-sized balls. Roll each ball into a small, thick disc (about 3 inches in diameter) on a lightly floured surface.
Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. Test the readiness of the oil by dropping a small piece of dough into it; it should sizzle and rise to the surface steadily.
Gently slide one puri into the hot oil. Using a slotted spoon, press down slightly on the puri as it fries to encourage it to puff up. Fry for about 30-40 seconds on each side until golden brown.
Remove the puri from the oil and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil. Repeat the frying process with the remaining dough balls.
Serve the crispy puris hot with the spiced potato mixture alongside any additional chutneys or pickles you may prefer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5300 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 483.7 g | 620% | |
| Saturated Fat | 69.4 g | 347% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 4 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 2511 mg | 109% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 247.4 g | 90% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.5 g | 145% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.8 g | ||
| Protein | 52.0 g | 104% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 299 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 16.2 mg | 90% | |
| Potassium | 2852 mg | 61% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
