Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
0.5 cup

Ragi Flour (Finger Millet/ Nagli)

1 pinch

Salt

to taste

1 cup

Whole Wheat Flour

1 tsp

Sunflower Oil

1 tbsp

Ghee

to serve

Step 1
~2 min

In a large bowl, combine ragi flour, wheat flour, and salt.

Step 2
~2 min

Add water gradually to form a firm dough.

Step 3
~2 min

Add sunflower oil and knead until smooth.

Step 4
~2 min

Divide the dough into equal portions.

Step 5
~2 min

Cover and let the dough rest for 15 minutes.

Step 6
~2 min

Preheat a tawa (griddle) on medium-high heat.

Step 7
~2 min

Take one dough ball and flatten it between your palms.

Step 8
~2 min

Dust it with flour and roll it into a thin circle (6-7 inches in diameter).

Step 9
~2 min

Place the rolled phulka dough on the hot tawa.

Step 10
~2 min

After a few seconds, small air pockets will start to form.

Step 11
~2 min

Flip the phulka to the other side on the tawa.

Step 12
~2 min

Flip over again and cook the first side, pressing lightly with a napkin.

Step 13
~2 min

The phulka should begin to puff up.

Step 14
~2 min

Place the phulka directly on the flame and allow it to puff up completely.

Step 15
~2 min

Flip the phulka with tongs and cook the other side for a few seconds.

Step 16
~2 min

Remove from heat and transfer to a plate.

Step 17
~2 min

Smear ghee generously on the phulka and serve.

Step 18
~2 min

Repeat the rolling and cooking process with the remaining dough.

Key Technique: Rolling

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a softer phulka, use warm water to knead the dough.

Make sure the tawa is hot before placing the phulka on it.

Do not overcook the phulka on the tawa; it should puff up on direct flame.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 2 days.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Mild
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with dal, vegetables, or yogurt.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Horsegram Dal
Keerai Masiyal

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

India

Cultural Significance

A staple food in many Indian households.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Everyday Meal
Lunch
Dinner

Popularity Score

65/100

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