Palak Puri with Raita | Diabetic-Friendly Spinach Poori
Palak Puri (poori) recipe guide step-by-step with pictures. Palak puri with raita is a delightful combination. Palak puri is a deep-fried bread usually made with spinach and wheat flour. We made palak puri using low glycemic load ingredients like Diabexy Atta because normal wheat flour has a high glycemic load, which can lead to increased blood sugar levels.
Raita is a cooling curd side dish mixed with vegetables like cucumber, onion, tomato, and other ingredients. The taste of this dish, palak puri, is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, with spinach providing an earthy flavor. Raita has a creamy flavor and a sour taste. This dish is popular in many parts of India, especially in North India. It's often enjoyed for lunch and dinner or any time you want to eat.
Here, we share a delicious and easy-to-make palak puri recipe with raita made using low glycemic load ingredients. This palak puri recipe is not only healthy but also diabetic-friendly. This dish is perfect for those who prioritize their health without compromising on taste.
Palak Puri & Raita Ingredients
Palak Puri Ingredients
- Palak (Spinach)110g
- Green chili3g
- Ginger5g
- Diabexy Atta70g
- Ajwain½ tsp
- Heeng (Asafoetida)½ tsp
- Ghee1 tsp
- NutroActive mineral saltTo taste
Vegetable Raita Ingredients
- Curd100g
- Cucumber10g
- Onion10g
- Tomato10g
- Roasted Jeera1 tsp
- NutroActive mineral saltTo taste
How to Make Palak Puri with Raita: Step-by-Step Guide
Palak Puri Recipe
Prepare Spinach Mixture
Take 110g Spinach (Palak) in a bowl.
Add 2 Green chilies, 5g Ginger, and 1 glass of water.
Cook the mixture for 15 minutes until the spinach is tender.
Allow the mixture to cool, then blend it in a blender to make a smooth puree.
Prepare Dough
Take 70g Diabexy Atta in a bowl. Add baking soda, heeng, ajwain, ghee, salt, and the spinach puree.
Mix all the ingredients, adding more puree if necessary. Knead to form a soft dough.
Roll and Fry Puri
Add 1 tsp oil on a platform for rolling out the dough to prevent stickiness.
Roll the dough into small round shapes like puris.
Heat oil in a pan and fry the puris on both sides until golden brown.
Your crispy, golden brown palak puris are ready!
Vegetable Raita Recipe
Take 100g Curd in a bowl.
Add salt, roasted jeera, chopped cucumber, onion, and tomato.
Mix all the ingredients properly.
Your vegetable raita is ready to serve with palak puri!
Estimated Glycemic Load (EGL) per serving
5Very low - Excellent choice for diabetics!
The Estimated Glycemic Load (EGL) is 5 per serving, making this meal diabetic-friendly. This dish is very delicious. Everyone can enjoy this dish without compromising the taste.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! This palak puri uses Diabexy Atta (low glycemic) and spinach (high in fiber). With only 5 glycemic load per serving, it's diabetic-friendly.
You can, but Diabexy Atta has a much lower glycemic load, making it better for blood sugar control. Traditional whole wheat flour has a higher GL.
You can air fry or bake for a healthier option, but traditional puris are deep-fried. Use desi ghee or coconut oil for frying.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 24 hours. Reheat in an air fryer or oven for crispiness.
Yes! Use coconut yogurt or almond-based yogurt for a dairy-free, vegan version of raita.
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