Here’s a detailed guide to Pani Puri dough (atta-suji mix) for cutting & frying, optimized for commercial machines like RSDK Industries’ models:
Perfect Pani Puri Dough Recipe for Machine Production
(Yields ~500 puris | Scale as needed)
Ingredients:
| Material | Quantity | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Fine Sooji (Semolina) | 2 cups | Provides crispness |
| Maida (Refined Flour) | 1 cup | Adds elasticity |
| Atta (Whole Wheat Flour) | ½ cup | Improves texture |
| Salt | 1 tsp | Flavor |
| Oil (for dough) | 2 tbsp | Prevents sticking |
| Warm Water | As needed (~1 cup) | Binding |
Machine-Optimized Preparation:
- Dry Mixing (Machine Hopper Prep):
- Blend sooji, maida, atta, and salt in mixer for 2 mins
- Gradually add oil while mixing
- Kneading:
- Use warm water (50-60°C) in batches
- Target dough consistency: Stiffer than chapati dough
- Rest dough 20 mins (covered) before loading into machine
Cutting Process in RSDK Machines
- Dough Loading:
- Flatten dough into 1″ thick sheets
- Feed gradually to prevent jamming
- Die Selection:
- Standard die size: 1.5-2″ diameter
- For mini puris: 1″ diameter
- Cutting Tips:
- Maintain machine speed: Medium (300-400 RPM)
- Dust cutter with dry maida to prevent sticking
Commercial Frying Protocol
Oil Specifications:
- Best Oil: Palmolein or sunflower oil (high smoke point)
- Temperature: 180-190°C (use thermometer)
- Fry Time: 25-30 seconds per batch
Machine Frying Steps:
- Preheat oil in machine fryer
- Load cut puris in batches (avoid overcrowding)
- Use mesh skimmer for even frying
- Drain on stainless steel racks
Quality Control Parameters
| Parameter | Ideal Value |
|---|---|
| Thickness | 1-1.5 mm |
| Diameter | 1.5-2″ |
| Fry Color | Light golden |
| Bubble Formation | Uniform bubbles |
| Shelf Life | 7 days (airtight) |
Troubleshooting Common Issues
- Puris Not Puffing:
- Cause: Dough too soft
- Fix: Increase sooji ratio by 10%
- Machine Jamming:
- Cause: Dough too dry
- Fix: Add 5% more warm water
- Oil Absorption:
- Cause: Low oil temp
- Fix: Maintain 190°C consistently
Pro Tip: For extra-crispy puris, add 1 tbsp rice flour per kg of dough mix.
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