Trinidad Dhal and Flour Pholourie

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

split peas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: dried beans

Lentils cook faster and are high in protein.

hot pepper

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: jalapeño

Bell pepper is milder and adds color.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: green onions

Parsley is more commonly available and still fresh.

Mix yeast and sugar with warm water until dissolved.

Add salt, turmeric powder, and dal basin to the yeast mixture and mix well.

Pour in warm water and mix until a thick batter forms.

Cover the batter and let it proof in a warm location for 30 minutes.

Prepare a bowl of water and a pot for frying.

Heat oil over medium-high heat (around 6 to 7 on the stove).

Dip hands in oil, grab a small amount of batter, and form it into a ball.

Drop the ball into the hot oil and repeat until all batter is fried.

Fry until golden brown, allowing the poori to turn on their own while cooking.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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