Heart-Healthy Alu Puri

Delight in the goodness of "Heart-Healthy Alu Puri," a lighter twist on the traditional Indian favorite. This recipe swaps refined flour for fiber-rich whole wheat flour and incorporates heart-friendly olive oil and boiled mashed potatoes for natural softness. Enhanced with aromatic cumin seeds, vibrant turmeric, and a touch of spicy green chilies, these puris are flavor-packed yet mindful of your health. Shallow-fried in minimal canola oil, they achieve the perfect golden puff without excess grease. Serve them hot alongside low-fat yogurt for a wholesome and satisfying meal that’s lower in fat but rich in taste. Perfect for a nutritious breakfast or brunch, this recipe ensures you can enjoy your favorite comfort food guilt-free!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Whole wheat flour
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 cup Boiled potatoes, mashed
• 2 tablespoons Coriander leaves, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Green chilies, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.75 cup Water
• 0.5 cup Low-fat yogurt (optional, for serving)
• 4 tablespoons Canola oil (for shallow frying)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine whole wheat flour, mashed potatoes, chopped coriander leaves, green chilies, grated ginger, turmeric powder, cumin seeds, and salt.

Step 2

Add the olive oil and mix well, incorporating it into the dry ingredients.

Step 3

Gradually add water while kneading to form a smooth and supple dough. You may not need all the water, so add it slowly until the dough reaches the desired consistency. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 15 minutes.

Step 4

Divide the dough into 12 equal portions and shape each portion into a ball.

Step 5

On a lightly floured surface, roll each ball into a small, thin circle (about 3-4 inches in diameter) using a rolling pin.

Step 6

Heat canola oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat. The oil should be hot but not smoking.

Step 7

Shallow fry each puri individually, cooking until light golden brown on both sides, approximately 1-2 minutes per side. Press them gently with a spatula while frying to ensure they puff up.

Step 8

Remove each puri using a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.

Step 9

Serve the puris hot, accompanied by low-fat yogurt if desired for a balanced meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	712.3 grams (712.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1292

Total Fat 33.20g	43%
Saturated Fat 5.30g	27%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2404mg	105%
Total Carbohydrate 225.40g	82%
Dietary Fiber 34.80g	124%
Total Sugars 4.60g
Protein 37.40g	75%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 129mg	10%
Iron 12mg	67%
Potassium 2010mg	43%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 22.1%

Protein: 11.1%

Carbs: 66.8%