Poori
Discover the magic of Indian cuisine with this easy and authentic Poori recipe—perfectly golden, puffed, and irresistibly crispy! Made with whole wheat flour and just a handful of pantry staples, this deep-fried bread is a staple at festive celebrations and everyday meals alike. The dough is skillfully kneaded to achieve the ideal texture and fried to perfection, creating light, airy disks with just the right amount of chew. Whether paired with spicy curries, tangy chutneys, or enjoyed as part of a traditional breakfast, poori adds a touch of indulgence to any meal. With detailed step-by-step instructions, this recipe makes it simple to create a restaurant-quality dish in your own kitchen. Perfect for beginners and seasoned cooks alike, poori is a must-try for lovers of Indian food!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.75 cups water
- 2 cups oil or ghee (for frying)
- 1 teaspoons oil (optional, for dough)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, add 2 cups of whole wheat flour and 0.5 teaspoons of salt. Mix well.
Gradually add 0.75 cups of water, a little at a time, while mixing the dough with your hands or a spatula.
Knead the dough for 8-10 minutes until it is smooth and firm but not sticky. If needed, add 1 teaspoon of oil to make the dough pliable.
Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel and let it rest for 20 minutes.
After resting, divide the dough into small, equal-sized portions and roll them into balls (about the size of a golf ball).
Lightly flour a surface and roll out each ball into a circle about 4-5 inches in diameter. Avoid making the poori too thin as they won’t puff up well.
Heat 2 cups of oil or ghee in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat. To test the temperature, drop a small piece of dough into the oil — it should rise to the surface immediately and sizzle.
Carefully slide one poori into the hot oil. Press it gently with a slotted spoon to help it puff up. Fry for 20-30 seconds on one side, then flip and fry for another 20-30 seconds until golden brown.
Remove the poori from the oil and drain on a plate lined with paper towels. Repeat with the remaining dough.
Serve hot with your favorite curry, chutney, or as part of a festive meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4920 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 483.5 g | 620% | |
| Saturated Fat | 306.5 g | 1532% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1197 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 174.0 g | 63% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.2 g | 104% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.2 g | ||
| Protein | 32.0 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 93 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 972 mg | 21% | |
*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.
