Puri, puffed fried bread
Golden puffed breads that go with halwa, chana or any curry. Fun to watch puff in the pan.
- Time45 min
- LevelMedium
- Costabout £0.26 a head
- Oven180°C (160°C fan)
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Mix the two flours and the salt in a bowl. Rub in 1 tablespoon of oil. Add the warm water a little at a time and mix to a firm dough.
- 2
Knead for 5 minutes until smooth. Cover and rest for 20 minutes.
20 min - 3
Divide the dough into 12 balls. Roll each into a thin round about 10 cm across, dusting with a little flour.
- 4
Heat the frying oil in a deep pan to 180°C (160°C fan) or until a small bit of dough floats and sizzles at once.
- 5
Slide in one puri. Press it gently under the oil with a slotted spoon so it puffs. Fry for 30 seconds each side until golden.
1 min - 6
Drain on kitchen paper and serve straight away.
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.