A Pakistani Halwa Puri breakfast consists of puris, chole masala, suji halwa and aloo ki bhujia. It’s a delicious breakfast platter that’s well-loved throughout the region, but especially popular in Lahore.
What is Halwa Puri?
Halwa Puri is a Pakistani breakfast platter that originates from the Indian subcontinent. It is considered a weekend brunch in Pakistan and India.
As a foodie, I decided it’s time we talk about the MOST popular breakfast in Pakistan: halwa puri. Or do you write halwa poori? Who cares as long as we have some flaky and soft pooris to dip into halwa right?
So, why exactly am I writing this post?
- I wanted to have a post on the internet which covered every halwa puri recipe you need to make a complete halwa puri breakfast.
- I believe it's time we honour the tradition of this halwa puri Pakistani breakfast and appreciate it for existing in our lives. Lol.
I know, I know, halwa puri isn’t exactly healthy. But what I also know is the excitement that comes with waking up on a lazy weekend morning and having halwa puri.
It’s the small things in life that brings the most happiness. And I think halwa puri is also a taste of happiness, isn't it?
Add some mango milkshake or karak chai to really take it up a notch!
Pakistani Halwa Puri Recipe
If you are looking for a complete halwa poori recipe, you’ll need the following dishes:
Poori / Puri
A deep fried flaky and soft flatbread that’s made from whole wheat flour and all purpose flour. Click here for detailed tips and step by step photos on how to make perfectly soft pooris.
Suji ka Halwa
This halwa is made from suji (semolina) and is always, always served with poori. This recipe tastes exactly like the halwa we get with poori from the restaurants in Pakistan.
The great thing is that it’s super easy and quick to make. My suji ka halwa recipe also happens to be one of the most popular recipes on the blog!
Punjabi Chole Masala
Chole masala or chana masala is always served with halwa poori too and its so so delicious. I absolutely love the combination of sweet and savoury, and I’m sure you will too. This recipe is also super easy. Get the Punjabi Chole Masala recipe here for step by step photos.
Aloo ki Bhujia (Potato Curry Recipe)
Also known as aloo ki tarkari, this delicious potato curry is a perfect addition to your halwa puri breakfast recipe. Click here to get the aloo ki bhujia recipe.
Now of course, if you’re making halwa puri at home you can pick and choose what recipes you want to make. But I do encourage you to try this whole breakfast platter at once, and you’ll know what a seriously delicious breakfast this is!
Let me know YOUR favourite halwa puri memory in the comments below. 🙂
My boyfriend is Pakistani and I’m doing my best to try and make him feel like home, especially during Eid. He’s been missing it and his family. I am not versed in this kind of cooking, but I’m trying. (Mainly Native American, Americana, and Mexican foods). He said that the chick peas are usually with the potatoes and there’s a pickled element. Can you further explain?
Sincerely,
A girlfriend trying to make it feel sort of like home for her bf.