Phulka

Elevate your homemade bread game with soft, pillowy Phulkas – a classic Indian flatbread that's as wholesome as it is delightful. Made with just four simple ingredients, including nutritious whole wheat flour, these light and airy flatbreads are cooked on a hot skillet and finished directly over an open flame for that signature puff. With their delicate, almost melt-in-your-mouth texture, Phulkas are brushed with a touch of fragrant ghee, adding a luscious richness. Ready in under 35 minutes, they're perfect for soaking up curries like paneer butter masala or pairing with sautéed vegetables. Whether you're crafting a traditional Indian feast or looking for an easy, healthy flatbread option, Phulkas are a versatile and delicious addition to your meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups Whole wheat flour
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.75 cups Water
• 1 tablespoon Ghee or clarified butter

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour and salt.

Step 2

Gradually add water to the flour, using your hand to mix until it forms a soft dough. The dough should be pliable and slightly sticky.

Step 3

Knead the dough for about 8-10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 15 minutes.

Step 4

Divide the dough into 8 equal portions and roll each portion into a ball.

Step 5

On a lightly floured surface, flatten one dough ball with your hand and then use a rolling pin to roll it out into a thin, circular disc approximately 6 inches in diameter.

Step 6

Heat a tawa or flat skillet on medium-high heat.

Step 7

Place the rolled phulka on the hot tawa. Cook for about 30-40 seconds, or until you see bubbles appearing on the surface.

Step 8

Flip the phulka and cook the other side for another 30 seconds.

Step 9

Now, using a pair of tongs, remove the phulka from the tawa and place it directly on the open flame of your stove. The phulka will puff up like a balloon.

Step 10

Once puffed, remove it from the flame and brush lightly with ghee or clarified butter.

Step 11

Repeat the process with the remaining dough balls.

Step 12

Serve hot with your choice of curry or vegetable dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(435.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	941.8

Total Fat 18.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 36.4mg	0%
Sodium 607.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 174g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.2g	0%
Total Sugars 1.2g
Protein 32.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 92.8mg	0%
Iron 9.2mg	0%
Potassium 972mg	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: 16.9%

Protein: 12.9%

Carbs: 70.2%