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Amritsari Bhija Kulcha

Cultural Context

Originating from the city of Amritsar in Punjab, Amritsari Bhija Kulcha is a stuffed flatbread that reflects the rich culinary heritage of North India. Traditionally enjoyed with spicy curries or yogurt, it is a popular choice among locals and visitors alike. The dish has become a staple in Indian restaurants worldwide, often served in various forms with different fillings, showcasing the versatility of Indian bread-making.

IndianINmain
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 1/2 teaspoons yeast
1 teaspoon sugar
80 milliliters warm water
380 grams all purpose flour
65 grams yogurt
1 teaspoon salt
45 milliliters butter
80 milliliters warm water
250 grams white chickpeas
1700 milliliters water, divided
1 pod black cardamom
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon salt
1 tea bag
45 milliliters oil
1 inch cinnamon stick
4 pods cloves
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon ginger
1 teaspoon garlic
1 teaspoon green chili
190 grams onions
180 grams tomato puree
1 teaspoon chana masala
1 teaspoon red chili
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon coriander powder
1 teaspoon pomegranate powder
1 teaspoon dry mango powder
1 teaspoon cumin powder
250 milliliters water
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 tablespoon dry fenugreek
sweet chutney
onion slices
coriander

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: buttermilk

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

paneer

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Tofu provides a similar texture and is often less expensive.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: bread flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

ghee

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: butter

Olive oil is healthier and can be used for sautéing.

1

In a mixing bowl, add 1 1/2 teaspoons yeast, 1 teaspoon sugar, and 80 milliliters warm water and mix it well.

2

Rest the mixture for 10 minutes.

3

Add 380 grams all purpose flour, 65 grams yogurt, 1 teaspoon salt, 45 milliliters butter, and 80 milliliters warm water and knead it into a smooth soft dough.

4

Rest the dough for 30 minutes.

5

In a bowl, add 250 grams white chickpeas and 500 milliliters water and soak overnight.

6

In a pressure cooker, add soaked chickpeas, 1200 milliliters water, 1 pod black cardamom, 1 bay leaf, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 tea bag and cover it with a lid.

7

Cook till you hear 5 - 6 whistles.

8

Open the lid and remove the tea bag.

9

Remove it from heat and keep aside.

10

Heat 45 milliliters oil in a heavy skillet, add 1 inch cinnamon stick, 4 pods cloves, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon ginger, 1 teaspoon garlic, and 1 teaspoon green chili and sauté for 2 - 3 minutes.

11

Add 190 grams onions and fry till translucent.

12

Add 180 grams tomato puree and sauté for 5 - 7 minutes on medium heat.

13

Add 1 teaspoon chana masala, 1 teaspoon red chili, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon coriander powder, 1 teaspoon pomegranate powder, 1 teaspoon dry mango powder, and 1 teaspoon cumin powder and mix well.

14

Add 250 milliliters water and stir well. Bring it to a boil.

15

Add the boiled chickpeas and mix again. Bring it to a boil again and boil for 10 - 15 minutes.

16

Add 1 teaspoon garam masala and mix well. Remove from heat and keep aside.

17

Take a ball from the dough and flatten it with your hand. Sprinkle some dry fenugreek on top and flatten it again to make a kulcha.

18

Place it on a baking tray. Preheat the oven to 400°F/200°C. Bake for 10 - 15 minutes.

19

Remove from the oven and dip it in prepared chole. Soak for 3 - 5 minutes.

20

Place it on a serving plate and top with prepared chana, sweet chutney, onions, and coriander.

21

Serve hot.

Cooking Techniques

kneadingbaking

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlpressure cookerheavy skilletbaking trayoven

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Also Known As

Amritsari KulchaBhija Kulcha

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