Fenugreek And Pearl Millet Bread (rajasthani Methi Bajra Poori)

Fenugreek and Pearl Millet Bread, also known as Rajasthani Methi Bajra Poori, is a traditional bread from the Rajasthani cuisine. It is a flavorful and nutritious bread that is perfect for breakfast or as a side dish for a hearty meal.

Fenugreek And Pearl Millet Bread (rajasthani Methi Bajra Poori)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups pearl millet flour
  • 1 cup fresh fenugreek leaves, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
  • Salt to taste
  • Water for kneading
  • Oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine pearl millet flour, chopped fenugreek leaves, cumin seeds, red chili powder, and salt.
  2. Add water gradually and knead the mixture into a smooth and firm dough.
  3. Divide the dough into small balls and roll them out into small discs using a rolling pin.
  4. Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat for frying.
  5. Gently slide the rolled discs into the hot oil and fry until they puff up and turn golden brown on both sides.
  6. Remove the fried breads from the oil and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
  7. Serve the Fenugreek and Pearl Millet Bread hot with your favorite curry or chutney.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
4g
Fat
3g

Supplies

Mixing bowl Rolling pin Deep pan Paper towels

Tools

Frying pan

Serving suggestions

Serve the Rajasthani Methi Bajra Poori with aloo sabzi (potato curry) or mango chutney for a delicious meal.

Tips & tricks

Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the breads to ensure they puff up and cook evenly.

Cost

$5