Charishma's Homemade Plain Kulchas

Fluffy, soft, and irresistibly golden, Charishma's Homemade Plain Kulchas are the perfect accompaniment to your favorite curries, stews, or chutneys. This easy-to-follow recipe combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour, baking powder, and yogurt to create a dough that rests to perfection, yielding kulchas with a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture. The optional addition of nigella seeds or fresh cilantro adds a burst of flavor and visual appeal, making these flatbreads versatile enough for any meal. With just 20 minutes of prep time and cooked in minutes on a hot skillet, these kulchas are a quick and delicious alternative to traditional breads. Whether brushed with butter or served plain, they’re sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 0.5 cup Plain yogurt
• 0.25 cup Warm milk
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil or melted butter
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 1 tablespoon Optional: Nigella seeds (kalonji) or chopped cilantro

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.

Step 2

Add the plain yogurt, warm milk, and vegetable oil to the dry ingredients. Mix thoroughly to form a soft dough.

Step 3

If the dough feels too dry, gradually add the water, one tablespoon at a time, until it comes together and is pliable but not sticky.

Step 4

Knead the dough for about 8-10 minutes on a lightly floured surface until it becomes smooth and elastic.

Step 5

Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a damp kitchen towel, and let it rest for 2 hours to allow it to soften and become easier to work with.

Step 6

After the resting period, divide the dough into 6 equal portions and roll each portion into a smooth ball.

Step 7

Preheat a skillet or tawa over medium heat.

Step 8

Flatten one of the dough balls into a disc, then roll it out into an oval or round shape approximately 1/4-inch thick.

Step 9

Optional: Sprinkle a small amount of nigella seeds or chopped cilantro onto one side of the rolled-out dough. Gently press it in to ensure it sticks.

Step 10

Place the rolled-out dough on the hot skillet, seed-side up if using, and cook for 1-2 minutes or until bubbles begin to form.

Step 11

Flip the kulcha and cook the other side for another 1-2 minutes or until golden brown spots appear.

Step 12

Optional: Brush the cooked kulcha with melted butter for added flavor.

Step 13

Repeat the rolling and cooking process for the remaining dough balls.

Step 14

Serve the kulchas warm with your favorite curry, stew, or chutney.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(500.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1273.0

Total Fat 35.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 12.3mg	0%
Sodium 3112.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 202.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.3g	0%
Total Sugars 16.5g
Protein 34.4g	0%

Vitamin D 83.3IU	0%
Calcium 399.6mg	0%
Iron 15.8mg	0%
Potassium 758.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 25.0%

Protein: 10.9%

Carbs: 64.1%