This
special puri or fried Indian bread is made especially during the
Janmashtami celebrations. Many Indian fasts require the use of
special flours, fruits, and spices. Many commonly used cooking
ingredients are not allowed during certain fasts. Singhare ka atta or
Waterchestnut flour is usually a "vrat" or fasting item.
- 1
Cup Of Singhare Flour or Waterchestnut
Flour
or Kuttu ka atta
- 1
tbsp oil
- 2
tsp oregano (Ajwain) Seeds
- 1/4
Cup Cilantro or Coriander Leaves
- 1/4
Cup Chopped Spinach
- 1/4
Cup boiled and mashed Potatoes
- 1
or 2 chopped green chilies
- 1
tbsp Red Chili Powder
- Salt
according to Taste
- Water
For Kneading
- Oil
For Deep Frying
- Mix
all the mentioned ingredients thoroughly (except oil for deep
frying) in the Singhara flour. Add
water little by little to make a dough. Now pat a small puri in
the palm of your hand.
-
- Heat
oil in a frying pan & fry puri until golden brown.
- Repeat
this with the rest of the flour mixture.
Note
: To carry on
traditions you may make the puri with ordinary wheat flour. This flour
is sometimes available in Indian grocery stores. This flour is not like
the normal flour so do not add too much of water. Mix all the
ingredients before adding any water. Then add the water slowly.
Serve
with Indian pickles or plain yogurt.
