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Kulcha

Soft, fluffy Indian flatbread made with all-purpose flour and yogurt, cooked on a hot griddle until golden and brushed with oil.

Total time
45 min
Servings
6
Calories
180
Protein
4g
Kulcha
comfortingIndianvegetariandairysoftchewyeverydayflatbread

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar in a large bowl.

  2. Step 2

    Add yogurt and water, then knead into a soft, smooth dough.

  3. Step 3

    Cover the dough and let it rest for 30 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Divide the dough into 6 equal balls and roll each into a round disc.

  5. Step 5

    Heat a griddle or tawa over medium-high heat and cook each kulcha until bubbles form.

  6. Step 6

    Flip and cook the other side until golden brown spots appear.

  7. Step 7

    Brush the hot kulcha with oil and serve warm.

Tools you’ll need

  • large mixing bowl
  • rolling pin
  • griddle or tawa
  • spatula
  • pastry brush

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