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बिना ओवन तवे पर सॉफ्ट रेस्टोरेंट जैसे कुल्चे घर पर | Homemade Tawa Kulcha Recipe Kunal Kapur Recipes

Chef Kunal Kapur Authentic Indian Cuisine 40 Mins 4 Servings 4.5M views Apr 19, 2021
आप सब ने बार-बार कहा कि बिना ओवन के एक दम रेस्ट्रॉन्ट जैसा कुलचा बनाओ - And, your wish is my command! #Kulcha #AlooKulcha #TawaKulcha #KulchawithoutOven #KunalKapurRecipes Here is my recipe for a 'Homemade Soft Tawa Kulcha - Plain and with Aloo Stuffing'. Kulcha is a famous Indian Flatbread that can be eaten with both veg and non-veg gravies and curries. You can enjoy it for lunch or dinner! Do try this recipe and let me know how you like it in the comments below. :)

Ingredients & Measurements

Carefully curated and proportioned for authentic flavor balance. Adjust chillies and salt to your personal taste.

Main Ingredients

  • For the dough~
  • Maida – 2 cups
  • Salt – 1 tsp
  • Butter (melted) – 4 tbsp
  • Baking powder – 1 tsp
  • Baking soda – 1 tsp
  • Curd – 4 tbsp
  • Water – as required
  • For Filling~
  • Potatoes (boiled & mashed) - 1 cup
  • Green chilli (chopped) - 2tsp
  • Ginger (chopped) - 2 tsp
  • Cumin (roasted) - 1tsp
  • Coriander seeds (pounded) - 1tbsp
  • Salt - to taste
  • Chilli powder - ½ tsp
  • For Topping~
  • Onion seeds (kalonji) – a pinch
  • Coriander (chopped) – a pinch
  • Butter – to smear
  • Methi leaves - 1tbsp
  • Coriander seeds - 1tsp

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

  1. 1
    - For Kulcha, add maida, curd, baking powder, baking soda, salt, melted butter, and some water.
  2. 2
    - Knead like a dough. Rest the dough for an hour. Make small dough balls and rest for half-hour.
  3. 3
    - Roll the dough out. Put this onto a nonstick pan. If it sticks use oil. Put some nigella seeds, coriander and methi leave on it.
  4. 4
    - Add some water to the sides and cover it. Flip it onto the other side and cook till golden brown.
  5. 5
    - Take out and plate.
  6. 6
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    बटर नान रोटी लछा पराँठा तंदूरी बिना तंदूर के भटूरा कुलचा: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLs8tB0SthtEVIo3ZANft6o1z3lAGWudE2
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    Amritsari Chur Chur Naan अमृत्सरी चूर चूर नान कुलचा: https://youtu.be/gKlv6sjBDoM
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    3 Breads | Bhature | Naan without Tandoor: https://youtu.be/8ujD_3_LZuA
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    Naan, Garlic Naan, Butter Naan नान तंदूरी रोटी बटर नान लच्छा: https://youtu.be/WnkTTvAVisU
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    Chole Matar Kulcha मटर कुलचा छोले: https://youtu.be/88YdG2PqMyM

Chef Kunal's Pro Secret Tip

Use freshly roasted and hand-ground whole spices for the most vibrant flavor profile. Allow aromatics to bloom gently in fat, and always taste your dish in the final 2 minutes of simmering to balance acidity, salt, and heat.

Recipe FAQs & Expert Advice

How long can I store leftover बिना ओवन तवे पर सॉफ्ट रेस्टोरेंट जैसे कुल्चे घर पर?

You can store leftovers in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days. When reheating, warm on medium-low heat on the stovetop and add 2–3 tablespoons of warm water if the gravy has thickened in the fridge.

Can I make this recipe vegan or dairy-free?

Yes! Simply substitute dairy ghee/butter with mustard oil or neutral cooking oil, and replace milk/curd with coconut milk or cashew cream where applicable.

What is the key technique to get restaurant-style flavor in this dish?

Focus on blooming whole spices in hot oil first, patiently sautéing the onion-tomato masala until oil separates, and finishing with a pinch of crushed roasted kasoori methi and freshly ground garam masala right before serving.