Whole Wheat Pooris

Directions

1. 1
   Mix the water with 2 tsp oil, onion seeds, salt, cumin, and sugar in a bowl.
2. 2
   Stir in flour to make a stiff dough.
3. 3
   Knead on a floured work surface for 5 minutes, or until smooth.
4. 4
   Wrap in plastic wrap and let stand for 45 minutes.
5. 5
   Divide the dough into 8 equal balls.
6. 6
   On an unfloured work surface, flatten and roll out each ball into a 5in (5cm) round.
7. 7
   Cover with plastic wrap and let stand while heating the oil.
8. 8
   Pour enough oil into a large deep saucepan to come halfway up the sides and heat the oil over high heat to 350F (180C).
9. 9
   One at a time, deep-fry the dough rounds for about 2 minutes, turning once, until puffed up and golden.
10. 10
    Transfer to paper towels to drain.
11. 11
    Serve hot.