Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
0.75 cup

Whole Wheat Flour

1 tsp

Baking Powder

1 pinch

Salt

to taste

2 tbsp

Sunflower Oil

hot

1 pinch

Turmeric Powder

0.25 cup

Water

3 tbsp

Sunflower Oil

0.25 tsp

Mustard seeds

1 tsp

White Urad Dal (Split)

0.5 tbsp

Cumin powder (Jeera)

0.5 tbsp

Coriander Powder (Dhania)

1 tbsp

Sambar Powder

1 tbsp

Red Chilli powder

1 pinch

Salt

to taste

1 pinch

Turmeric powder

3 tbsp

Sugar

0.5 cup

Sooji (Semolina/ Rava)

2 sprig

Curry leaves

finely chopped

1 cup

Sunflower Oil

for deep frying

Step 1
~4 min

Mix whole wheat flour, baking powder, and salt in a mixing bowl.

Step 2
~4 min

Add hot sunflower oil and a little water, and knead to form a firm dough.

Step 3
~4 min

Cover the dough and set aside.

Step 4
~4 min

In a preheated pan, add sunflower oil.

Step 5
~4 min

Add mustard seeds and curry leaves and let them splutter.

Step 6
~4 min

Add white urad dal and roast until lightly brown.

Step 7
~4 min

Add cumin powder, coriander powder, sambar powder, red chili powder, turmeric powder, semolina, salt, and sugar.

Step 8
~4 min

Saute on low flame for 3-4 minutes until well combined. Set aside.

Step 9
~4 min

Pinch off a small lemon-sized portion of dough.

Step 10
~4 min

Roll it out flat on a lightly floured surface.

Step 11
~4 min

Place a tablespoon of the filling in the center of the rolled dough.

Step 12
~4 min

Bring the sides of the dough to the center and seal it completely.

Step 13
~4 min

Dust with flour and flatten the biscuit roti to 2 inch diameter (½ cm thickness).

Step 14
~4 min

Repeat the process for the rest of the dough.

Step 15
~4 min

Heat oil in a kadai (wok) over medium heat.

Step 16
~4 min

Fry the Mangalorean Style Biscuit Roti one by one until golden brown on both sides.

Step 17
~4 min

Drain on a kitchen napkin and serve.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying to avoid a soggy roti.

Adjust the spice level to your preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Filling can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot as a snack.

Enjoy with tea or coffee.

Pair with mint chutney or yogurt.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mint Chutney
Yogurt
Pickles

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mangalore, India

Cultural Significance

A popular regional snack.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Tea Time
Snack Time
Evening Snack

Popularity Score

65/100

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