Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
3 cup

All Purpose Flour (Maida)

sieved

3 tbsp

Hung Curd (Greek Yogurt)

0.33 tsp

Baking soda

0.5 tsp

Baking powder

1 tsp

Sugar

1 tbsp

Sunflower Oil

1 tsp

Salt

1 cup

Lukewarm Water

4 unit

Potatoes (Aloo)

boiled and peeled

0.5 tsp

Salt

2 unit

Green Chillies

chopped fine

1 inch

Ginger

grated

0.5 tsp

Chaat Masala Powder

0.5 tsp

Red Chilli powder

0.5 tsp

Cumin powder (Jeera)

1 tsp

Coriander Powder (Dhania)

0.25 tsp

Garam masala powder

0.25 cup

Coriander (Dhania) Leaves

finely chopped

1 tsp

Ajwain (Carom seeds)

0.5 cup

Ghee

melted

Step 1
~3 min

Sieve all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and sugar.

Step 2
~3 min

Add hung curd and oil, combine with fingers.

Step 3
~3 min

Gradually add lukewarm water and knead to form a firm, soft dough.

Step 4
~3 min

Knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth.

Step 5
~3 min

Apply oil, cover with a wet towel, and let rise for 3-4 hours in a warm place.

Step 6
~3 min

Mash boiled and peeled potatoes in a bowl.

Step 7
~3 min

Add salt, green chillies, coriander powder, cumin powder, grated ginger, chaat masala, red chilli powder, garam masala, and coriander leaves.

Step 8
~3 min

Mix well to combine the potato stuffing.

Key Technique: Stuffing
Step 9
~3 min

Knead the risen dough for 3-4 minutes.

Step 10
~3 min

Divide the dough into 8 portions.

Step 11
~3 min

Roll each portion into a ball and flatten into a 3-inch disc.

Step 12
~3 min

Place a spoonful of potato filling in the center of the disc.

Step 13
~3 min

Bring the edges together to seal the filling inside, forming a stuffed dough ball.

Step 14
~3 min

Flatten slightly and roll gently into a 5-inch thin round, dusting with flour as needed.

Step 15
~3 min

Wet one side of the kulcha with water.

Step 16
~3 min

Sprinkle ajwain seeds and chopped coriander leaves, pressing them down to stick.

Step 17
~3 min

Warm a skillet or tava on medium heat.

Step 18
~3 min

Place the kulcha on the hot skillet, wet side down.

Step 19
~3 min

Wet the other side, sprinkle with ajwain and coriander.

Step 20
~3 min

Cook until bubbles form, then flip and cook the other side until browned evenly.

Step 21
~3 min

Apply butter or ghee liberally and stack for serving.

Step 22
~3 min

Repeat for the remaining kulchas.

Step 23
~3 min

Serve hot with Chole Pindi, Mooli Raita, or salad.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure the dough is well-kneaded for soft kulchas.

Roll gently to avoid tearing the dough.

Cook on medium heat for even browning.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate (spices)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with Chole Pindi.

Serve with Mooli Raita.

Serve with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Chole
Raita
Dal Makhani

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Punjab, North India

Cultural Significance

A popular street food and home-cooked dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Diwali
Holi
Other Celebratory Meals

Occasion Tags

Lunch
Dinner
Party
Weekend Meal

Popularity Score

70/100

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