Step-by-Step Instructions

1. 1.Prepare Suji Mixture

   In a bowl, combine 1 cup suji and 1 cup hot water. Mix well with a spatula until thoroughly combined. Let the mixture rest for 5 minutes.

2. 2.Add Remaining Dough Ingredients

   To the suji mixture, add 1-2 medium mashed boiled potatoes, 1 cup whole wheat flour, 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp red chilli powder, ½ tsp turmeric powder, 1 tsp cumin seeds, 1 tsp carom seeds, a pinch of asafoetida, 1 tsp kasuri methi, a handful of finely chopped fresh coriander, and 1 tbsp oil.

3. 3.Knead the Dough

   Mix all the added ingredients thoroughly by hand. Gradually add water as needed to knead everything into a smooth dough. The dough should be neither too soft nor too hard.

4. 4.Rest the Dough

   Cover the prepared dough with a cloth and let it rest for 5 minutes.

5. 5.Roll the Puris

   Take a small portion of the dough and roll it out into a flat circular disc, similar to a normal roti. Ensure the rolled dough is slightly thicker than a regular roti.

6. 6.Cut the Puris

   Use any round cutter, such as a steel cap, to cut the rolled dough into even circular puris.

7. 7.Deep Fry the Puris

   Heat oil for deep frying in a pan. Once the oil is hot, carefully place a puri into the oil. Gently press the puri with a slotted spoon to help it puff up. Fry until the puri is golden brown and crispy on both sides.

8. 8.Serve Hot

   Remove the fried puri from the oil and drain any excess oil. Serve the hot Masala Puris with Tamil Nadu Style Masala Baby Potatoes for a delicious meal.