Poori is a very popular Indian Deep Fried bread and is made mostly with whole wheat flour and are usually served with a side potato dish, dry or curried. Potatoes and pooris are a made for each other combo. Some Prefer to have pooris with raita or any kurmas tooo. Pooris are also served in the north india with a sweet dish sooji (semolina) halwa and in gujarat and maharashtra with aamras a mango pulp or shrikhand.
Whether enjoyed as a leisurely weekend brunch or a festive morning treat, this hearty and satisfying dish is sure to delight your taste buds and transport you to the streets of India.
Poori Bhajis are mostly a desired weekend breakfast here as we can relish them hot hot at a relaxed pace.
Ok, Now on to the recipe for Poori with Potato Side Dish.
Ingredients:
For Poori:
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Water (as needed for dough)
- Oil (for deep frying)
For Bhaji:
- 4 medium-sized potatoes (boiled and mashed)
- 1 onion (finely chopped)
- 2 tomatoes (chopped)
- 2 green chilies (finely chopped)
- 1-inch ginger (grated)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- Salt (to taste)
- Fresh coriander leaves (for garnish)
- Oil (for cooking)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Poori Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine whole wheat flour and salt.
- Gradually add water and knead into a smooth, pliable dough.
- Cover the dough and let it rest for 15-20 minutes.
2. Shape and Fry the Pooris:
- Divide the dough into small lemon-sized balls.
- Roll each ball into a small disc (poori) using a rolling pin.
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Once the oil is hot, carefully slide the pooris one at a time and fry until they puff up and turn golden brown on both sides.
- Remove the fried pooris using a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
3. Prepare the Potato Bhaji:
- Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds. Once they splutter, add cumin seeds and sauté for a few seconds.
- Add chopped onions, green chilies, ginger, and garlic. Sauté until onions turn translucent.
- Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn mushy.
- Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well.
- Add boiled and mashed potatoes to the pan and mix until well combined.
- Cook the bhaji on low heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors meld together.
4. Serve:
- Garnish the bhaji with freshly chopped coriander leaves.
- Serve hot pooris with piping hot potato bhaji.
Experience the magic of Indian cuisine with this delightful Poori Bhaji recipe. Whether enjoyed for breakfast, brunch, or any time of the day, this comforting and flavorful dish is sure to become a family favorite. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and treat yourself to a taste of tradition with Poori Bhaji!
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Enjoy your delicious Poori Bhaji!
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