Follow these steps for perfect results
Curd (Dahi / Yogurt)
Garlic
finely crushed
Coriander (Dhania) Leaves
finely chopped
Curry leaves
finely chopped
Salt
Sooji (Semolina/ Rava)
Onion
finely chopped
All Purpose Flour (Maida)
Green Chillies
finely chopped
Sunflower Oil
for kneading
Ginger
finely chopped
Red Chilli powder
Whole Wheat Flour
Turmeric powder (Haldi)
Sunflower Oil
Cumin seeds (Jeera)
Potatoes (Aloo)
boiled and mashed
Combine wheat flour, all-purpose flour, sooji, turmeric powder, salt, and curd in a bowl.
Add water gradually and knead to form a soft and stretchy dough.
Add sunflower oil and knead again for good binding. Let the dough rest for 10 minutes.
For the filling, heat sunflower oil in a pan.
Temper with cumin seeds and curry leaves.
Add finely chopped onion, ginger, green chilies, and garlic.
Sauté until the onions are translucent.
Add turmeric powder and red chili powder.
Sauté for a minute.
Add boiled and mashed potatoes.
Mix well and cook for a few minutes.
Add finely chopped coriander leaves.
Mix well and remove from heat.
Let the filling cool down slightly, then divide it into small, equal-sized balls.
Divide the dough into equal-sized balls.
Roll out one dough ball into a small circle (3 inch diameter).
Place one potato filling ball in the center of the dough circle.
Bring the edges of the dough circle towards the center and seal it completely.
Flatten the stuffed dough gently.
Dust the dough with a little flour and roll it out into a 5-6 inch diameter circle, being careful not to apply too much pressure.
Preheat an iron skillet on medium-high heat.
Place the rolled obbattu on the skillet and cook until golden brown on both sides, flipping occasionally.
Brush with ghee for a richer taste (optional).
Repeat the process for all remaining dough and filling portions.
Serve hot with ghee or allam pachadi.
Expert advice for the best results
Use a non-stick skillet if you are having trouble with sticking.
Add a pinch of asafoetida (hing) to the filling for extra flavor.
Adjust the amount of red chili powder to your spice preference.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 mins
Dough can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.
Serve hot on a plate. Garnish with a dollop of butter or ghee and a sprig of fresh coriander.
Serve hot with ghee or butter.
Serve with allam pachadi (ginger chutney).
Serve with raita.
The spices in the chai complement the spices in the obbattu.
Cooling buttermilk balances the spice.
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Popular snack and street food in Karnataka.
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