Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 tsp

Sugar

2 tbsp

Butter

melted

0.5 cup

Water

2 tbsp

Coriander (Dhania) Leaves

chopped

1 tsp

Baking Powder

1 tbsp

Sesame seeds (Til seeds)

0.5 tbsp

Black sesame seeds

3 tbsp

Curd (Dahi / Yogurt)

1 tbsp

Sunflower Oil

1.5 cup

All Purpose Flour (Maida)

0.25 tsp

Baking Soda

1 tsp

Salt

Step 1
~2 min

In a medium-sized bowl, combine all dry ingredients (flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, sugar).

Key Technique: Baking
Step 2
~2 min

Gradually add water and knead into a soft dough.

Step 3
~2 min

Cover the dough and let it rest in a warm place for 2 hours to ferment.

Step 4
~2 min

After fermentation, knead the dough again with sunflower oil.

Step 5
~2 min

Divide the dough into equal portions.

Step 6
~2 min

Take one portion, apply sesame seeds and chopped coriander leaves on top, and roll it into an oval shape.

Step 7
~2 min

Prepare all kulchas in the same manner.

Step 8
~2 min

Brush a microwave-safe plate with oil and place the kulchas on it.

Step 9
~2 min

Let them rest for 30 minutes.

Step 10
~2 min

Preheat microwave to 180 degrees Celsius.

Step 11
~2 min

Bake kulchas for 10 minutes.

Step 12
~2 min

Apply butter on top.

Step 13
~2 min

Serve the Baked Amritsari Kulcha with Pindi Chole and Aam Ka Achaar.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure the dough is soft for best results.

Use fresh coriander for better flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

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 Pindi Chole or Chole Bhature.

Serve with yogurt or raita.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Pindi Chole
Chole Bhature
Raita

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Punjab, India

Cultural Significance

A staple bread in Punjabi cuisine, often served during festivals and celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Lohri
Baisakhi
Diwali

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Lunch
Snack
Party

Popularity Score

60/100

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