Herb Bread (Puri)

Ingredients

• 2 cups whole wheat flour (atta)
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh spinach, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, plus more for frying
• 3/4 cup water, plus more as needed

Method

1. 1

   In a large bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, chopped cilantro, spinach, salt, cumin, and turmeric.

2. 2

   Add 1 tablespoon oil and rub it into the flour mixture with your fingers until evenly distributed.

3. 3

   Gradually add water, mixing to form a stiff, smooth dough. Knead for 5 minutes until firm and pliable.

   5:00 · Knead dough
4. 4

   Cover the dough and let it rest for 20 minutes.

   20:00 · Rest dough
5. 5

   Divide the dough into 16 equal pieces and roll each into a smooth ball.

6. 6

   Lightly oil your work surface and rolling pin, then roll each ball into a 4-inch circle about 1/8 inch thick.

7. 7

   Heat 2 inches of oil in a wok or deep skillet over medium-high heat to 350°F.

   5:00 · Heat oil
8. 8

   Slide one dough circle into the hot oil. Gently press it with a slotted spoon to encourage puffing, then fry until golden, about 30 to 45 seconds per side.

   0:45 · Fry puri
9. 9

   Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Repeat with the remaining dough circles, maintaining oil temperature between batches.

   15:00 · Fry remaining puris
10. 10

    Serve warm, with curry, chutney, or a potato filling.