Methi Puri

Methi Puri is a delightful Indian breakfast dish made with fenugreek leaves, offering a unique flavor and texture. These crispy, golden puris are perfect for a satisfying start to your day, paired with yogurt or chutney.

Ingredients

• Whole wheat flour - 1 cup
• Fresh methi (fenugreek) leaves - 1/2 cup, chopped
• Carom seeds (ajwain) - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cumin seeds - 1/2 teaspoon
• Turmeric powder - 1/4 teaspoon
• Red chili powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Oil - 2 tablespoons (for kneading)
• Water - as needed (approximately 1/4 cup)
• Oil - for deep frying

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, chopped methi leaves, carom seeds, cumin seeds, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt.
2. Add 2 tablespoons of oil and mix well until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Gradually add water and knead the mixture into a smooth, pliable dough. Cover it with a damp cloth and let it rest for 15 minutes.
4. After resting, divide the dough into small balls (about the size of a golf ball).
5. Roll each ball into a small circle, about 4 inches in diameter, using a rolling pin. Keep the thickness uniform.
6. Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat until hot. To test, drop a small piece of dough into the oil; it should sizzle and rise.
7. Carefully slide the rolled puris into the hot oil, one or two at a time, and fry until they puff up and turn golden brown, about 1-2 minutes per side.
8. Remove the puris with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
9. Serve hot with yogurt or chutney.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Fenugreek leaves are rich in antioxidants and have anti-inflammatory properties.
• Whole wheat flour provides dietary fiber, which aids in digestion.

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