Poori with Aalu Kurma Recipe - Fluffy Bread with Spicy Potato Curry

Poori with Aalu Kurma Recipe: Fluffy Indian Bread with Spicy Potato Curry

Table of Contents

• About Poori with Aalu Kurma
• Ingredients for Poori
• How to Make Poori
• Ingredients for Aalu Kurma
• How to Make Aalu Kurma
• Pro Tips
• Serving Suggestions

About Poori with Aalu Kurma

Poori with Aalu Kurma is a classic Indian breakfast or brunch combination that's loved across the country... The fluffy, deep-fried poori bread pairs with the spicy, aromatic potato curry. This comfort food is often served on special occasions, festivals and weekend family food ... Still make this dish unmistakable between soft and tasty potato gravy ...

Ingredient for Poori (Makes 12-15)

• 2 cups whole wheat flour (atta)
• 1 tablespoon semolina (sooji/rava) - for crispness
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon oil
• ¾ cup water (approx.)
• Oil for deep frying

How to make the Perfect Poori

• Prepare the dough: In a large mixture bowl, add wheat flour, semolina, sugar and salt. Add 1 tablespoon oil and mix well.
• Knead dough: Add water and knead a firm but to make viable dough. The flour should be stifer than the flour. Cover with damp cloth and relax for 20 minutes.
• Divide the dough: After resting, knead again. Divide into the same lemon-shaped balls (about 12–15).
• Roll the poor: Roll each ball in a circle of 3-4 inch diameter, about 2 mm thick. If necessary, dust with flour but avoid excess.
• Fry the poor: Heat the oil in the stiff on medium heat. Test with a small piece of flour - it should get up immediately. Slide a poor in hot oil.
• Puff the poor: Immediately press with slapped spoon - it will become puff. Flip once and cook for golden brown (about 20-30 seconds per side). Drain and serve: Remove with slapped spoon and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with Aloo Kurma.

Ingredients for Aalu Kurma (Serves 4)

• 3 medium potatoes, cubed
• 2 tbsp oil
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 inch cinnamon stick
• 2-3 green cardamoms
• 4-5 cloves
• 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 tomatoes, pureed
• 1 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tbsp coriander powder
• 1 tsp red chili powder (adjust to taste)
• ½ tsp garam masala
• 1 tsp kasoori methi (dried fenugreek leaves)
• Salt to taste
• 2 cups water
• Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

How to Make Flavorful Aalu Kurma

1. Prepare potatoes: Peel and cube potatoes. Soak in water to prevent discoloration.
2. Temper spices: Heat oil in a pressure cooker. Add cumin seeds, bay leaf, cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves. Sauté until fragrant.
3. Cook onions: Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown. Add ginger-garlic paste and cook for 1 minute.
4. Add tomatoes: Stir in tomato puree and cook until oil separates from the masala.
5. Add spices: Mix in turmeric, coriander powder, red chili powder, and salt. Cook for 2 minutes.
6. Cook potatoes: Drain and add potato cubes. Mix well to coat with masala. Add water and pressure cook for 2 whistles.
7. Final touches: Once pressure releases, open cooker. Mash some potatoes to thicken gravy. Add garam masala and kasoori methi. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
8. Garnish and serve: Garnish with fresh coriander leaves. Serve hot with fluffy pooris.

Pro Tips for Best Results

• For extra soft pooris, replace ¼ cup wheat flour with maida (all-purpose flour).
• Maintain consistent oil temperature for pooris - too hot will burn, too cool will make them oily.
• Add ½ cup boiled and mashed peas to aalu kurma for extra nutrition and texture.
• For richer kurma, replace ½ cup water with coconut milk.
• Always serve pooris immediately after frying for best texture.

Serving Suggestions

Poori with Aalu Kurma makes a complete meal by itself, but you can enhance your dining experience with these accompaniments:

• Sweet mango pickle or lemon pickle
• Fresh yogurt or raita
• Coconut chutney
• Banana or sweet boondi for dessert

This classic combination is perfect for weekend brunches, festive occasions like Holi or Diwali, or whenever you crave authentic Indian comfort food... The soft, puffy pooris dipped in the spicy potato curry create a delightful contrast of textures and flavors that will keep you coming back for more...!