Amritsari Kulcha

Amritsari Kulcha

Soft, pillowy Indian bread stuffed with spiced potatoes and onions, perfect for lunch or dinner.

⏱ 90 minServes 4Indian

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 cup yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 3 medium potatoes, boiled and mashed
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 2 teaspoons cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon green chili, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black salt
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Directions

  1. 1Mix flour, salt, and baking powder in a bowl. Add yogurt and oil, then knead with warm water until soft dough forms. Cover and let rest for 30 minutes.
  2. 2Prepare filling: Mix mashed potatoes, chopped onion, cumin seeds, green chili, red chili powder, and black salt in a bowl.
  3. 3Divide dough into 4 equal portions and roll into balls. Flatten each ball, add 2-3 tablespoons of filling in center, then seal edges and gently flatten into a disc.
  4. 4Heat a cast iron skillet or tawa over medium-high heat until hot.
  5. 5Place kulcha on skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until light brown spots appear, then flip and cook other side for 2-3 minutes.
  6. 6Brush generously with melted butter on both sides and cook until puffed and golden brown, about 1-2 minutes more.
  7. 7Serve hot with pickles, yogurt, or curry of choice.

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