Haldiram’s Bedmi Puri Mix

Here’s a description of Haldiram’s Bedmi Puri / Bedmi Puri Mix (sometimes spelled “Bedmi Poori”) — what it is, how it’s used, and ingredient details:

What It Is

• Bedmi Puri is a type of Indian fried bread (puri) that is typically made from whole wheat flour that is spiced and often mixed with a stuffing or flavouring that includes lentils (especially urad dal / black gram) and spices.

• The Haldiram’s Bedmi Puri Mix is an instant mix version: you add water (and sometimes oil), knead, roll, then deep‑fry or pan‑fry to make the puris.

• It’s used commonly as part of a breakfast or brunch, often eaten with aloo sabzi (potato curry) or some tangy accompaniments.

Ingredients & Composition

Based on product listings (UK / online) for Haldiram’s Bedmi Puri Mix / Bedmi Poori:

• Whole Wheat Flour (~ 95 %)

• Black Gram Flour (urad dal flour)

• Refined Vegetable Oil (Sunflower)

• Salt

• Fennel Seeds

• Chilli Powder

• Coriander (Powder / Leaves)

• Asafoetida (Hing)

• Raising Agent (E 500 (ii))

• Acidity Regulator (E 296)

One product page (Haldiram UK) states:

“Whole Wheat Flour (95 %), Black Gram Flour, Vegetable Oil (Refined Sunflower), Salt, Fennel Seeds, Chilli Powder, Coriander, Asafoetida, Raising Agent (E 500 (ii)) and Acidity Regulator (E 296).”

The Taj Stores listing also gives a similar composition: “Whole Wheat Flour, Black Gram Flour, Vegetable Oil, Salt, Fennel Seeds, Chilli Powder, Coriander, Asafoetida, Raising Agent, Acidity Regulator.”

Usage / Preparation

To make Bedmi Puris from the mix:

1. Mix the powder with water (and sometimes a little oil) to form a firm dough.

2. Let it rest (if needed, depending on instructions).

3. Divide into portions, roll out into small discs (puris).

4. Deep‑fry in hot oil until they puff and become golden and crisp.

5. Serve hot, typically with a potato curry, chutney, or yogurt accompaniment.

Because the mix already contains the spices and lentil flour, you skip the steps of mixing those in manually.

Characteristics & Notes

• Flavor: Slightly spicy, aromatic (fennel flavour), savory from the lentil flour and spices.

• Texture: When fried properly, crisp on the outside, somewhat puffed, yet light.

• Shelf life: As an unopened dry mix, relatively long shelf life (often ~ 12 months) under dry, cool storage.

• Allergens & Cautions:

  • Contains wheat (gluten) via whole wheat flour.

  • Contains black gram (urad dal) – legume.

  • May have traces of other allergens depending on manufacturing.

  • Always check the package for “Allergens” in bold or in the allergen statement.