Recipe

Aloo Ki Bhujia and Sooji Ka Halwa - Easy Halwa Puri Nashta - Mother’s Day Desi Breakfast

Prep: 
10 mins
Cook: 
20 mins

Ingredients

Potato Curry Ingredients:

  • Potatoes - 3-4 med. boiled & peeled
  • Oil - 3 Tbsp
  • Cumin Seeds - 1 tsp
  • Nigella Seeds - 1 tsp
  • Mustard Seeds - 1 tsp
  • Turmeric Powder - 1/2 tsp
  • Red Chili Flakes - 1 tsp
  • Red Chili Powder - 1 tsp
  • Coriander Powder - 1/2 tsp
  • Salt - 1 tsp / to taste
  • Water - 2 cups
  • Vegetable Pickle - 1 tsp

Sooji Ka Halwa Ingredients:

  • Ghee - 1 cup
  • Sooji (Semolina) - 1 cup
  • Sugar - 1 cup
  • Water - 3 cups
  • Milk - 1 cup
  • Whole Cloves - 3-4 qty
  • Green Cardamom - 3-4 qty
  • Cinnamon Stick - 1/2 inch
  • Yellow Food Color - optional
  • Sliced Almonds - 2 Tbsp
  • Sliced Pistachios - 2 Tbsp
  • Raisins - 2 Tbsp

This Mother’s Day, ditch the usual breakfast in bed and go for something grander: Halwa Poori with Aloo Curry! Our easy-to-follow recipe for aloo ka salan, semolina pudding (sooji ka halwa), and crispy golden puris brings comfort, flavor, and a touch of nostalgia to your table. Each dish is prepared with simple ingredients but creates an experience that feels truly special and heartfelt.

Cook up a festive meal filled with love, childhood memories, and rich Indian flavors that she’ll treasure forever. There’s truly no better way to say “I love you” than by serving a homemade meal crafted with care and warmth. Celebrate the most important woman in your life with a brunch she will never forget!

Watch our recipe video for step by step instructions on how to make Halwa Puri. We’ve included demonstrations and pro tips to help you out in the kitchen! For our desi breakfast calories and nutrition information, see the recipe card below.

Instructions

How to Make Easy Potato Curry:

1) In a wok or large frying pan on medium heat, add 3 tbsp oil, 1 tsp cumin seeds, 1 tsp nigella seeds and 1 tsp mustard seeds. Cook for about 2 minutes until seeds start to sputter.

2) Add 3-4 medium boiled & peeled potatoes and fry for 2 - 3 minutes.

3) Partially smash the potatoes before adding spices.

PRO TIP:  Make sure to leave some big potato chunks as well!

4) Add 1/2 tsp turmeric, 1 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp chili flakes, 1/2 tsp coriander powder and 1 tsp salt. Mix well.

5) Add 1 cup water, stir to combine, then cover and cook for 2-3 minutes until the water is absorbed.

6) Add 1 cup of water and bring it to boil.

7) Add 1 tsp of any vegetable pickle you like, cover and cook for 2-3 more minutes.

8) Serve & Enjoy it with Puri!

How to Make Sooji Ka Halwa (Semolina Dessert):

1) In a pan or pot over medium heat, add 1 cup ghee, 3-4 cloves, 3-4 green cardamom pods, 1/2 inch cinnamon stick.

2) Cook the spices for about 1 minute.

3) Add 1 cup SWAD sooji and cook on a low to medium heat until it changes color. It will become light brown in color and give off fragrance.

4) Next, add 3 cups of water, 1 cup milk and a pinch of Yellow Food Color (optional). Mix well to make sure there are no lumps.

5) Finally, add 1 cup of sugar, mix well, and cook on a low heat until the ghee begins to seep out on the edges.

6) Garnish with sliced almonds, pistachios and raisins.

This Mother’s Day, ditch the usual breakfast in bed and go for something grander: Halwa Poori with Aloo Curry! Our easy-to-follow recipe for aloo ka salan, semolina pudding (sooji ka halwa), and crispy golden puris brings comfort, flavor, and a touch of nostalgia to your table. Each dish is prepared with simple ingredients but creates an experience that feels truly special and heartfelt.

Cook up a festive meal filled with love, childhood memories, and rich Indian flavors that she’ll treasure forever. There’s truly no better way to say “I love you” than by serving a homemade meal crafted with care and warmth. Celebrate the most important woman in your life with a brunch she will never forget!

Watch our recipe video for step by step instructions on how to make Halwa Puri. We’ve included demonstrations and pro tips to help you out in the kitchen! For our desi breakfast calories and nutrition information, see the recipe card below.

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