Luchi

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Ingredients

2 cups	all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons	ghee or vegetable oil
—	salt to taste
3/4 cup	lukewarm water
—	oil for deep frying

Instructions

1. 1 In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt.
2. 2 Add ghee or vegetable oil to the flour and mix well until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. 3 Gradually add lukewarm water to the flour mixture and knead into a smooth, soft dough. The dough should not be sticky.
4. 4 Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 15-20 minutes.
5. 5 Divide the dough into small lemon-sized balls.
6. 6 Roll each ball into a smooth round shape, then flatten slightly.
7. 7 Using a rolling pin, roll each ball into a thin disc, about 4-5 inches in diameter. Ensure the edges are not thicker than the center.
8. 8 Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
9. 9 Once the oil is hot, carefully slide one rolled disc into the hot oil.
10. 10 Gently press the luchi with a slotted spoon to help it puff up.
11. 11 Fry until the luchi is golden brown on both sides.
12. 12 Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
13. 13 Repeat the process with the remaining dough balls.
14. 14 Serve hot with a side of curry or a sweet dish.