Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 cup

All Purpose Flour (Maida)

1 cup

Sooji (Semolina/ Rava)

200 ml

Milk

50 ml

Fresh cream

2 tsp

Active dry yeast

2 tsp

Poppy seeds

1 tsp

Cardamom Powder (Elaichi)

2 tsp

Sugar

35 g

Cashew nuts

ground to paste

1 ml

Sunflower Oil

to knead

1 tbsp

Ghee

for layering

1 tsp

Salt

to taste

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 180-degree celsius for 10 minutes.

Step 2
~4 min

Mix all ingredients in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3
~4 min

Knead slowly to make a soft chapati dough for about 5 minutes.

Step 4
~4 min

Roll into a small ball and cover with a damp cloth.

Step 5
~4 min

Keep in a warm place for about 2 hours.

Step 6
~4 min

Divide the dough into small equal balls.

Step 7
~4 min

Roll it on a board about 1 cm thin.

Step 8
~4 min

Apply ghee and sprinkle some dough on top, spreading evenly.

Step 9
~4 min

Fold the dough in half and repeat the process of applying ghee and flour.

Step 10
~4 min

Fold over to form a triangle.

Step 11
~4 min

Apply some more ghee.

Step 12
~4 min

Roll the dough to 2 cm thin.

Step 13
~4 min

From one of the long sides of the triangle, start rolling tightly till you reach the other side.

Key Technique: Rolling
Step 14
~4 min

Pinch the open edges to secure it neatly.

Step 15
~4 min

Press the dough from the wide part of the cone, placing the thin end onto your palm, resulting in a circular shape.

Step 16
~4 min

Use your hand to press the dough to form the desired thickness, about 1/2 an inch.

Step 17
~4 min

Poke holes on one side to cook quickly.

Step 18
~4 min

Grease the pan and cook the bread inside the oven for about 2 minutes on each side, flipping every 2 minutes.

Step 19
~4 min

Alternatively, cook on a flat nonstick tawa on each side for about 4 minutes.

Step 20
~4 min

Serve with Sultani dal.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust sweetness to your preference.

Ensure the dough is well-kneaded for a soft texture.

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
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with Sultani Dal

Serve with any gravy or curry

Serve with raita

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Sultani Dal
Chicken Curry
Vegetable Korma

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Awadh (Lucknow)

Cultural Significance

A traditional bread often served during special occasions in Awadhi cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Eid
Weddings

Occasion Tags

Lunch
Dinner
Special Occasion
Weekend Meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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