How to make Puran Poli or Vermi Video Recipe Indian Sweet Flatbread stuffed with sweet lentil

jaggery

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

ghee

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: butter

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

whole wheat flour

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Almond flour is gluten-free and nutritious.

chana dal

🥗Healthier: red lentils

💰Cheaper: split peas

Red lentils are easier to find and cook faster.

Soak Tuvar Daal in water for 2-3 hours.

Cook Tuvar Daal in boiling water until soft, using 3 cups of water (or 2 cups if soaked), about 20-25 minutes.

Drain the cooked dal and mash it until smooth.

Mix jaggery, cardamom powder, and jaiphal powder into the mashed dal until fully combined.

Knead wheat flour and maida with water and a pinch of salt until smooth, then let it rest for 30 minutes.

Divide the dough and filling into equal portions.

Roll out a portion of dough into a small circle.

Place a portion of filling in the center and fold the dough over it.

Roll out the stuffed dough gently into a flat circle.

Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the poli until golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.

Brush with oil or ghee while cooking for added flavor.

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