These pumpkin methi luchi are delicious, vegan, flaky, fry bread made with pumpkin and dried Methi leaves, delicious to serve for holidays.
What are Luchis?
Luchis are flaky and tasty fry breads made with all purpose flour and not whole wheat flour. They are also traditional in Indian cuisine. That makes them different from the traditional poori.
Luchis are amazing and it takes in any flavor added to it. So, it is possible to flavor them in innumerable ways. Any puréed fresh produce will impart its typical flavor and color to the luchis. The dough absorbs the color and flavor. This provides wide flavor combinations too. You can transfor the luchi to single flavored luchis like this one, or with multiple flavors. This tri color Luchi is colored and flavored with spinach, carrots and tomatoes, and the plain one. It is fun to create flavored Luchi, and serve them too!
About pumpkin methi luchi
This is the season of pumpkins. They add beautiful color and flavor to any food to which it is added to. These luchis get the color and flavor of pumpkin, making it a perfect one to enjoy during this season.
Methi leaves aka called fenugreek leaves, have a bitter taste and have medicinal properties. It acts as a body coolant and also lowers blood glucose level. This herb is a great choice for diabetic friendly recipes.
Dried Methi leaves are part of many of our curries too adding a final touch to the flavors. Pumpkin and Methi are a wonderful combo. The flavors pair well and this Luchi is a confirmation of the same.
These luchis are versatile toserve for any crowd any occasion. You can serve it for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. This would be a great fry bread to set on your holiday table.
Ingredients
To make these delicious and flaky pumpkin methi luchis, you will need the following ingredients:
All purpose flour -base of the luchi adding flakiness
Pumpkin puree - adds color and flavor.
Salt - gives flavor
Dried methi leaves - adds aroma and flavor. If using fresh ones, keep in mind that it will add some wetness to the dough.
Oil - for kneading and for deep frying the breads.
What to serve this with?
Luchis and poori are comfort food. They can be served with comforting Veggie Dal, or Green Sagu, and check here for more curries.
These puris taste so comforting with Aloo Masala or methi aloo. For a more fall inspired meal idea, serve with Lumina Pumpkin Olan. These combinations are perfect for any day including holiday feasts.
Storage
These pumpkin methi luchi are yummy. The flaky frybread is totally addictive. When making these Luchi, keep in mind that it requires a resting time of about 30 minutes to an hour. The dough will not require much water for kneading. The pumpkin puree has the wetness and sprinkle water as needed to make the dough. This will help in low resistance when you roll them. Also, you can make the luchis a couple of hours ahead, but not too long. The flakiness will be lost. Two to four hours ahead would be perfect.
More Pumpkin Recipes
Brown Butter Pumpkin Sage Pongal
Vegan Pumpkin Coconut Cornbread
Holiday meal ideas
This Pumpkin Luchi is a great side to serve for festive feasts during the holidays. This Luchi makes every occasion special. Since it is made with pumpkin, it is more apt to serve for Thanksgiving too.
Here are more menu ideas:
Pumpkin Methi Luchi
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- ¾ tsp Salt
- 1 tbsp Oil
- 3-4 tsp Water
- ½ cup Pumpkin puree plus 1 tbsp
- 3 tsp Dried methi (fenugreek) leaves crushed
- 3-4 cups Oil for frying
Instructions
- Add the all-purpose flour, salt, dried methi leaves, 1 tablespoon oil, and pumpkin puree and mix thorougly. Sprinkle three to four teaspoons of water as needed and knead to a smooth and soft dough. Cover and rest for an hour.
- Divide the dough into 26 portions. Roll into 6-7in. diameter discs, dusting with flour as necessary during this process.
- Heat the oil over medium heat. When it is hot enough, carefully slide a rolled disc, gently push with a slotted spoon, swirl around and let it puff. Flip and cook for 40-60 seconds. Remove from the oil, drain the excess oil in a paper towel. Repeat with the remaining discs.
- Serve with dal or curries.
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Karen says
Those look amazing!!! I love the bubbly surface.
Kathryn says
This is such a fun side for thanksgiving. I love the pumpkin flavor and how easy it is to make! Thanks for the recipe!
A Day in the Life on the Farm says
The bread sounds wonderful but I LOVE that tureen.
Inger says
I'd love to serve (and eat) these as my bread side!
Anonymous says
I've never heard of these but I love the pumpkin flavor in them!
Julie says
I'm a big fan of fresh bread and thiis Pumpkin luchi looks and sounds wonderful. Looking forward to tasting it.
Lisa says
I'd love to try this! Sounds amazing.
Kalyani says
What a lovely mlange of flavurs and colours . the pumpkin luchis look amazing with the specks of methi, Radha
magicalingrdnts says
Thank you Kalyani.
Mayuri Patel says
I like this idea of adding pumpkin puree and methi to luchi. Excellent recipe. Have all the ingredients at hand. Sunday brunch is sorted for me.
magicalingrdnts says
I hope you enjoyed these Mayuri! Thank you.
Priya Srinivasan says
Pumpkin luchi looks brilliant radha! I have made paratha with pumpkin, but these deep fried delicacy is such a beautiful idea. With long weekend ahead of us, this is would be our breakfast this week.
magicalingrdnts says
Thanks Priya!
Archana says
I only knew of sweetened pumpkin puri or luchi, so this delicious savoury flavour of luchi is most welcome in my place. Thanks.
magicalingrdnts says
I make savory versions often and this is a great one to try. Thank you Archana!
Priya vj says
Amazing idea of adding pumpkin puree to luchi dough! Love the beautiful orange color of the luchis !! For the cold weather we r experiencing here ,I would love to enjoy these piping hot off the stove .
magicalingrdnts says
Yes, this is a great comforting fry bread. Thanks Priya!