Flavourful Poori Bhaji Recipes: Your Ultimate Guide to a Classic Indian Breakfast

Introduction:

Poori Bhaji is a quintessential Indian dish that brings together deep-fried, fluffy pooris (Indian bread) and a spicy, aromatic potato curry. This delightful combination is a breakfast favorite across India and is loved for its wonderful flavors and comforting appeal. In this recipe, we’ll guide you through making perfect, puffed-up pooris and a flavorful, spiced potato bhaji, Flavorful Poori Bhaji Recipes: Your Ultimate Guide to a Classic Indian Breakfast.

Recipe 1: Classic Poori Bhaji

Poori Ingredients:

• 2 cups whole wheat flour
• Water (as needed)
• Salt to taste
• Oil for deep frying

Bhaji Ingredients:

• 4-5 medium-sized potatoes, boiled and mashed
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 2-3 green chilies, finely chopped
• 1 tsp mustard seeds
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• A pinch of asafoetida (hing)
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp red chili powder
• 1 tsp garam masala
• Salt to taste
• Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
• 2 tbsp cooking oil
• Water as needed

Instructions:

Preparing the Poori Dough:

• In a mixing bowl, add whole wheat flour, a pinch of salt, and water gradually to make a smooth, firm dough. Cover the dough and let it rest for 30 minutes.

Making the Potato Bhaji:

• Heat oil in a pan. Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds. Allow them to splutter.
• Add asafoetida, chopped green chilies, and onions. Sauté until onions are golden brown.
• Stir in mashed potatoes, turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala, and salt. Mix well and cook for a few minutes.
• Add a little water to adjust the consistency and let it simmer for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.

Frying the Pooris:

• Divide the dough into small lemon-sized balls. Roll each ball into a smooth ball and then flatten it slightly.
• Heat oil in a deep pan for frying the pooris.
• Roll out each ball into a small circle using a rolling pin.
• Carefully slide the rolled dough into the hot oil. The poori should puff up. Fry until both sides are golden brown.

Serving:

• Serve the hot, puffed pooris with the spicy potato bhaji. Enjoy this delicious and satisfying meal with a side of pickles or yogurt.

Recipe 2: Variation – Aloo Gobi Bhaji

Bhaji Ingredients:

• 2 cups cauliflower florets
• 1 large potato, cubed
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 2-3 green chilies, finely chopped
• 1 tsp mustard seeds
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• A pinch of asafoetida (hing)
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp red chili powder
• 1 tsp garam masala
• Salt to taste
• Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
• 2 tbsp cooking oil
• Water as needed

Instructions:

1. Follow steps 2 and 3 from the Classic Poori Bhaji recipe for making the bhaji.
2. Incorporate cauliflower florets and potato cubes in step 2c while sautéing the vegetables until they are tender and coated with the spices.
3. Continue with the remaining steps to fry the pooris and serve with the spiced cauliflower and potato curry.

Enjoy these variations of Poori Bhaji, a beloved Indian meal that fills your home with irresistible aromas and leaves your taste buds craving for more.