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