Daal Poori from Mauritius | दाल पूरी | MasterChef Siddharth | Tamada Media

yellow split peas

🥗Healthier: red lentils

💰Cheaper: chickpeas

Red lentils cook faster and are more readily available.

whole wheat flour

🥗Healthier: spelt flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Spelt flour adds a nutty flavor while being more nutritious.

oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor and is considered healthier.

green chili

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: jalapeño

Bell pepper is milder and suitable for those avoiding heat.

Soak yellow split peas in water for at least 2 hours.

Drain and rinse the soaked split peas.

Blend the split peas with onion, garlic, ginger, cumin seeds, and spices until smooth.

Mix whole wheat flour with water and knead until a soft dough forms.

Divide the dough into equal portions and let rest for 15 minutes.

Roll out each portion into a small circle.

Place a spoonful of the split pea mixture in the center of each circle.

Fold the dough over the filling and seal the edges tightly.

Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Fry each stuffed dough until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Remove and drain on paper towels before serving.

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