Pani Puri
Indian Indian - Breads and Flatbreads

Pani Puri

Est. Time: 20-30 min  •  4 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

Hand-stretched artisan flatbread baked against the searing clay walls of the tandoor, brushed with golden butter and fresh herbs.

Ingredients

  • • 1 cup plain flour (maida)
  • • 1/4 cup semolina (sooji)
  • • 1/2 tsp salt
  • • 1/2 tsp carom seeds (ajwain)
  • • 1 tsp oil
  • • 1/2 cup water
  • • 2 cups oil for frying

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Mix the flour, semolina, salt, and carom seeds; rub in the oil and knead into a stiff dough; rest 20 minutes.

2
Phase 2

Divide into small balls and roll each into a thin disc.

3
Phase 3

Slip the discs into hot oil and press gently with a ladle until they puff up.

4
Phase 4

Drain on kitchen roll and cool completely before use.