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Ingredients for Puri:

• 2 cups whole wheat flour
• Water (as needed)
• Salt (to taste)
• Oil (for deep frying)

Ingredients for Bhaji (Potato Curry):

• 4 medium-sized potatoes (peeled and diced)
• 1 onion (finely chopped)
• 1 tomato (finely chopped)
• 2 green chilies (finely chopped)
• 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
• A pinch of asafoetida (hing)
• Salt (to taste)
• Fresh coriander leaves (for garnishing)
• Oil (for cooking)

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, salt, and a tablespoon of oil. Gradually add water and knead the dough until it becomes smooth and pliable. Cover it with a damp cloth and let it rest for 20-30 minutes.
2. In a pressure cooker or a pot, boil the diced potatoes until they are soft and easily mashable.
3. In a separate pan, heat some oil and add cumin seeds. Once they splutter, add asafoetida and chopped onions. Sauté until the onions turn translucent.
4. Add ginger-garlic paste and chopped green chilies. Cook for a minute, then add turmeric powder, red chili powder, and coriander powder. Mix well.
5. Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft and mushy.
6. Now, add the boiled and mashed potatoes to the pan. Mix everything together, ensuring the spices coat the potatoes evenly. Adjust the salt according to your taste. Cook for a few minutes until the flavors meld together. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
7. Divide the dough into small balls and roll each ball into a circle (around 4-5 inches in diameter).
8. Heat oil in a deep pan for frying the puris. Once the oil is hot, carefully slide in a rolled puri and gently press it with a slotted spoon. The puri will puff up. Flip it and fry until both sides are golden brown. Remove the puri from the oil and place it on a paper towel to drain excess oil. Repeat this process for the remaining puris.
9. Serve the hot and puffy puris with the potato bhaji. It can be enjoyed with some pickle or yogurt on the side for added flavor.