Easy Kulcha Bread Recipe | Soft & Fluffy Homemade Kulcha

Some important information about Kulcha Bread

As soon as we hear the word Kuchla, the first thing that comes to our mind is how is this Kulcha bread made and what ingredients are needed to make it, but making it is not a big deal but it is important to keep some things in mind.

Kulcha bread is available in every part of India, but the one available in Delhi and Mumbai tastes different. Today we will make the same Kulcha bread, that too with homemade ingredients, no outside ingredients are needed.

like salt, soda, curd and a few more ingredients. So let’s see how it is made in Delhi and Mumbai style, that too with images so that you all do not have any problem in making it.

📑 Table of Content

🥖 What is Kulcha Bread?

🧾 Ingredients Needed

👩‍🍳 How to Make Kulcha Bread at Home

🔥 Tips for Soft & Fluffy Kulchas

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

🥗 Kulcha Bread Nutrition Facts

Ingredients of Kulcha Bread

• 500 gms all purpose flour
• 1.5 tsp salt
• 2 tsp powdered sugar
• 5 tsp curd
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp oil
• Some magrila
• Some green coriander
• Half cup water
• 2 tsp ghee

Make Kulcha Bread with Image

Step 1: To make Kulcha Bread, first of all we will take 500 grams of flour and sieve it with the help of a sieve so that any impurities in it are removed

Step 2: After filtering it well, we will add 1.5 teaspoons of salt and 2 teaspoons of powdered sugar and mix them well with the flour.

Step 3: After mixing, make a well in the middle and put 5 tsp curd in it along with 2 tsp baking powder. Add all this according to the amount of flour you are taking.

After adding baking powder, add 1 tsp baking soda and mix it well. We have to do this only with curd and not with flour. Keep it aside for 5 to 10 minutes so that it gets set with the curd.

Step 4: So after it rests for 5 to 10 minutes, now we will add water little by little and make a good dough. We do not have to add all the water at once, add it little by little.

Step 5: So after making the dough, we will pour 1 tablespoon of oil on it and knead it well so that its gluten breaks and our dough becomes soft.

Step 6: After it is kneaded properly, we will cover it with a wet cotton cloth and leave it to rest for 20 to 25 minutes so that the dough swells well and also sets.

So after 20 to 25 minutes, take it and directly cut the peda. We do not have to mix it. So after cutting the peda, we will put some flour in a vessel and keep it in it so that it does not stick. We will keep it like this.

Step 7: After placing all the pedas, apply a little oil on them so that they do not dry out. After applying oil, cover them with a wet cloth and leave them for 5 to 6 minutes.

After about 5 to 6 minutes, we will take a stool, put some flour on it and take the peda that we have made and roll it in a long shape. You can roll it in the shape of your choice. After rolling it properly, put some magraila on it and also put some chopped coriander in it and press it all around with our hands.

Step 8: Rolled it well and also decorated it with coriander. Now to cook it, we will place a pan on the gas and pour half a glass of water in it and heat it well.

After it is heated well, we will put the Kulcha bread in it and cover it and cook it on medium flame for 2 to 3 minutes so that it absorbs the water well.

Step 9: After it is cooked for 2 to 3 minutes, we will add 2 teaspoons of ghee to it to make it crispy and turn it carefully. Do not turn it quickly otherwise it may break.

So turn it properly and press it well and cook it. Do not cook it too much, just cook it for a few seconds. Now our Kulcha Bread is ready.

Serving Kulcha Bread

Step 10: Now you can take it out and serve it in a plate by putting some chopped onion, some green chutney, some chatmasala and its chola with it. It will be very delicious to eat and will taste like the one you get in Delhi and Mumbai.

Pro Tips for Perfect Kulcha Bread

Use a Pizza Stone or Cast-Iron Skille
If you want a more authentic texture, cook the kulchas on a preheated pizza stone or a cast-iron skillet. These surfaces retain heat better, giving the kulcha a crispy bottom while keeping the top soft.

Roll the Dough Evenly
When rolling the dough, make sure the thickness is uniform. This ensures that the kulchas cook evenly and maintain their soft, fluffy texture throughout. A rolling pin with even pressure will help!

Kulcha Bread Nutrition Facts

What is the difference between Kulcha and Naan?

Kulcha is typically made using baking powder/soda for leavening, while naan often uses yeast. Kulcha is usually softer and lighter, whereas naan has a chewier texture and is often cooked in a tandoor.

Can I make kulcha without maida (all-purpose flour)?

Yes, you can use whole wheat flour (atta) instead of maida for a healthier version. The kulcha may be slightly denser but still soft and tasty if you follow the right recipe and rest the dough well.

About Me

Hello, my name is Shankar Kumar Pathak and I have been cooking for almost 3 years. I have done a course in hotel management and I have also learned a lot from my mother.

I share whatever I have learned with all of you. I hope that you all like it. For this, I will always be grateful to you all and I will keep sharing such recipes.

Easy Kulcha Bread Recipe | Soft & Fluffy Homemade Kulcha

Some important information about Kulcha Bread

📑 Table of Content

Ingredients of Kulcha Bread