{"id":"recipe_590ddaba05","slug":"puri","title":"Puri","description":"A classic Indian deep-fried, puffed bread made from unleavened whole wheat flour, perfect for breakfast with potato curry or chana masala.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":30,"activeMinutes":25},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"2 cups whole wheat flour (Atta)","name":"Wheat Flour","quantity":250,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"2","usUnit":"cup","form":"fine","notes":"Traditionally called Atta","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"1/2 tsp salt","name":"Salt","quantity":3,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"tsp","form":"powder","notes":"to taste","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"1 tsp oil for dough","name":"Oil","quantity":5,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"1","usUnit":"tsp","form":"liquid","notes":"any neutral vegetable oil","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"3/4 cup lukewarm water","name":"Warm Water","quantity":180,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"3/4","usUnit":"cup","form":"liquid","notes":"add gradually to adjust dough consistency","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"Oil for deep frying","name":"Oil","quantity":500,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"2","usUnit":"cup","form":"liquid","notes":"for deep frying","group":"Frying","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, salt, and 1 teaspoon of oil.","group":"Dough Preparation","title":"Combine the whole wheat flour, salt, and 1 teaspoon of oil","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Dough Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Gradually add lukewarm water and knead into a stiff, smooth dough. Do not over-knead; the dough should be firmer than standard bread dough.","group":"Dough Preparation","title":"Gradually add lukewarm water","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Dough Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for about 5-10 minutes.","group":"Dough Preparation","title":"Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"Dough Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Divide the dough into small, equal-sized balls (about the size of a lemon). Roll each ball between your palms to smooth them.","group":"Shaping","title":"Divide the dough","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Shaping"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Grease the rolling pin and board with a drop of oil. Roll out each ball into a small circle of about 3-4 inches in diameter. Ensure the thickness is even.","group":"Shaping","title":"Grease the rolling pin and board","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Shaping"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Heat oil in a deep pan (kadai) to 375°F (190°C). To check, drop a small piece of dough; it should rise to the surface immediately.","group":"Frying","title":"Heat oil in a deep pan","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Frying"},{"id":"instruction-7","text":"Gently slide one puri into the hot oil. Press it slightly with a slotted spoon to help it puff up. Once puffed, flip and fry until golden brown on both sides.","group":"Frying","title":"Gently slide one puri","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Frying"},{"id":"instruction-8","text":"Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Serve hot.","group":"Frying","title":"Remove with a slotted spoon","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Frying"}],"notes":"The dough for puri should be stiffer than rotis to prevent them from absorbing too much oil. Ensure the oil is very hot before frying to get that perfect puff.","cuisine":{"group":"Desi","specific":["North Indian","South Indian"]},"course":["side"],"cookingMethod":["fry"],"equipment":["Mixing bowl","Rolling pin","Rolling board","Deep frying pan (Kadai)","Slotted spoon","Paper towels"],"diet":["vegan","vegetarian","dairy_free"],"allergens":["wheat","gluten"],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":12,"unit":"piece","note":"small puris"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"Dough can be prepared 1 day in advance and kept refrigerated in an airtight container."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Puris are best eaten fresh. If storing, keep in an insulated container (casserole) to stay soft.","reheatingNotes":"Reheat in an oven or microwave briefly, though they will lose their crispiness."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_590ddaba05%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=197d1252-0158-4516-a48e-b72fd4871373","imageAlt":"Puri — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["indian","bread","fried","breakfast","puffed bread","vegan"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Puri","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T16:58:28.627Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T16:58:28.627Z","related":[{"id":"recipe_c7386513c8","slug":"meethi-lassi","title":"Meethi Lassi","description":"A refreshing and creamy traditional Indian yogurt drink sweetened with sugar and delicately flavored with green cardamom.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":0,"totalMinutes":5,"activeMinutes":5},"cuisine":{"group":"Desi","specific":["Punjabi"]},"course":["dessert","side"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_c7386513c8%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=1dba5e4c-1975-4b21-b98b-9b2c36dcca33","imageAlt":"Meethi Lassi — recipe cover","tags":["lassi","yogurt-drink","sweet","refreshing","indian-beverage","punjabi","cardamom"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":6,"stepCount":4},{"id":"recipe_5e03f894a1","slug":"miriyala-rasam-pepper-soup","title":"Miriyala Rasam (Pepper Soup)","description":"A comforting, spicy, and tangy South Indian pepper soup made with tamarind, black pepper, and cumin. 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