Bhatooru

Bhatooru

Bhatooru

Veg Contains dairy

A fermented bread from Himachal Pradesh, commonly enjoyed with lentils and vegetables.

Cuisines

Himachali

Best for

Lunch Dinner

Recipe

Prep: 20 min Cook: 30 min Total: 50 min 2-3 servings

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
1 cup plain yogurt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon oil
as needed water

Instructions

  1. 1 In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking soda, sugar, and salt.
  2. 2 Add yogurt and oil to the dry ingredients and mix well.
  3. 3 Gradually add water to the mixture, kneading until you form a soft and pliable dough.
  4. 4 Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 4-6 hours to allow fermentation.
  5. 5 After resting, divide the dough into small balls.
  6. 6 Roll each ball into a thick, round disc using a rolling pin.
  7. 7 Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
  8. 8 Fry each rolled disc until it puffs up and turns golden brown on both sides.
  9. 9 Remove from oil and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
  10. 10 Serve hot with Himachali Chana or any curry of your choice.

Tips

Ensure the dough is well-fermented for a fluffy texture. Adjust water quantity based on the flour's absorption capacity.