Masala Poori

Also known as spicy deep-fried bread.

This has been a favorite snack of my children because of its unique taste. This poori can be stored for a week in an air tight container, and can also be used as a travel snack.

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This recipe makes about 12-15 pooris.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of whole wheat atta (flour)

• 1/2 tsp kalonji (nigella) seeds

• 3/4 tsp saunf (fennel) seeds

• 3/4 tsp red chili powder

• 1 tsp hot oil

• 3/4 tsp ginger paste

• 1/4 tsp turmeric

• salt to taste

Method:

1. Mix all ingredients and form into dough, as you would do for regular poori dough.

2. Make pooris and deep fry.

3. Enjoy as a snack or with North Indian pickle of choice (my favorite is lime pickle!).