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masala bhatura recipe | Indian style masala bhature | Punjabi masala bhatura with chole | masala bhatura without yeast |
Tarla Dalal
06 December, 2024
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masala bhatura recipe | Indian style masala bhature | Punjabi masala bhatura with chole | masala bhatura without yeast is a variation to plain bhatura which is often served at restaurants. Learn how to make Indian style masala bhature.
To make masala bhatura, combine all the ingredients in a deep bowl and knead to make a soft dough using approx. ¼ cup of water. Cover the dough with a wet muslin cloth and rest the dough for 20 to 30 minutes. Divide the dough into 16 equal portions and roll each portion into a 150 mm. (6”) diameter circle using a little plain flour for rolling. Heat the oil in a deep non-stick pan and deep-fry the bhatura, one at a time, till they turn golden brown in colour from both sides. Serve the masala bhatura immediately with chole.
Bhatura are leavened puris which are a famous Indian bread from the land of Punjab. They are soft and spongy and must be enjoyed while they are hot or else they become chewy. This masala bhatura without yeast is a different variation that uses potatoes to add softness to the bhaturas and a blend of other ingredients to flavour them. Moreover, the potatoes prevent the masala bhatura from turning rubbery and chewy.
You can make up a meal by serving this Punjabi masala bhatura with chole, Punjabi gajar ka achar and a tall glass of lassi. Surprise your family with this hearty meal for Sunday lunch, but remember to roll, fry and serve the Indian style masala bhature immediately as they tend to lose their fluffy shape quickly.
Tips to make masala bhaturas. 1. Always sieve the plain flour and use. 2. Roll each bhatura one by one and then deep-fry 1 at a time. 3. The dough should be soft and not semi stiff or stiff.
Enjoy masala bhatura recipe | Indian style masala bhature | Punjabi masala bhatura with chole | masala bhatura without yeast | with step by step photos.
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Preparation Time
15 Mins
Cooking Time
30 Mins
Total Time
45 Mins
Makes
16 bhaturas
Ingredients
For Masala Bhatura
2 cups plain flour (maida)
2 tbsp semolina (rava / sooji)
1 cup boiled peeled and grated potatoes
5 tbsp curd (dahi)
2 tbsp finely chopped coriander (dhania)
1 1/2 tsp chilli powder
1/2 tsp turmeric powder (haldi)
1 tsp coriander (dhania) powder
1/4 tsp garam masala
1 tbsp oil
salt to taste
plain flour (maida) for rolling
oil for deep-frying
Method
- To make masala bhatura, combine all the ingredients in a deep bowl and knead to make a soft dough using approx. ¼ cup of water.
- Cover the dough with a wet muslin cloth and rest the dough for 20 to 30 minutes.
- Divide the dough into 16 equal portions and roll each portion into a 150 mm. (6”) diameter circle using a little plain flour for rolling.
- Heat the oil in a deep non-stick pan and deep-fry the bhatura, one at a time, till they turn golden brown in colour from both sides.
- Serve the masala bhatura immediately with chole.
masala bhatura recipe | Indian style masala bhature | Punjabi masala bhatura with chole | Video by Tarla Dalal
Masala Bhatura, Indian Masala Bhature recipe with step by step photos
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Indian style masala bhature is made from 2 cups plain flour (maida), 1 cup boiled peeled and grated potatoes, 5 tbsp curd (dahi), 2 tbsp finely chopped coriander, 1½ tsp chilli powder, ½ tsp turmeric powder (haldi) , 1 tsp coriander (dhania) powder , ¼ tsp garam masala, 1 tbsp oil and salt to taste. See below image of list of ingredients for masala bhatura.
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Indian style masala bhature is made from 2 cups plain flour (maida), 1 cup boiled peeled and grated potatoes, 5 tbsp curd (dahi), 2 tbsp finely chopped coriander, 1½ tsp chilli powder, ½ tsp turmeric powder (haldi) , 1 tsp coriander (dhania) powder , ¼ tsp garam masala, 1 tbsp oil and salt to taste. See below image of list of ingredients for masala bhatura.
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For the masala bhatura recipe | Indian style masala bhature | Punjabi masala bhatura with chole | masala bhatura without yeast in a deep bowl, add 2 cups plain flour (maida) Always sieve the flour and then use to avoid any dirt.
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This is how it looks after sieving.
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Add 2 tbsp semolina and 1 cup boiled peeled and grated potatoes
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Add 5 tbsp curd (dahi).
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Add 1 tbsp oil and 2 tbsp finely chopped coriander (dhania).
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Add 1 1/2 tsp chilli powder.
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Add 1/2 tsp turmeric powder (haldi).
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Add 1 tsp coriander (dhania) powder.
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Add 1/4 tsp garam masala.
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Add salt to taste.
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Mix it very well using your hands.
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Use approx. ¼ cup of water.
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Knead into a soft dough.
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Cover with a damp muslin cloth and keep it aside for 20 to 30 minutes.
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This is how it looks after keeping it aside for 30 minutes.
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For the masala bhatura recipe | Indian style masala bhature | Punjabi masala bhatura with chole | masala bhatura without yeast in a deep bowl, add 2 cups plain flour (maida) Always sieve the flour and then use to avoid any dirt.
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Divide the dough into 16 equal portions.
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Roll a portion of the dough into a 150 mm. (6”) diameter circle using a little plain flour for rolling.
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Heat the oil in a deep non-stick pan, deep-fry the masala bhatura one at time till it turns golden brown in colour form both the sides. While frying the bhaturas press the centre lightly with a frying spoon so as to help it puff up.
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Drain the masala bhatura on an absorbent paper.
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- Repeat steps 2 to 4 to make 15 more masala bhaturas. Enjoy the bhaturas hot!
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Divide the dough into 16 equal portions.
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Serve masala bhatura recipe | Indian style masala bhature | Punjabi masala bhatura with chole | masala bhatura without yeast hot with chole, carrot pickle, boondi raita and onions for a complete meal.
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Serve masala bhatura recipe | Indian style masala bhature | Punjabi masala bhatura with chole | masala bhatura without yeast hot with chole, carrot pickle, boondi raita and onions for a complete meal.
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Always sieve the plain flour and use.
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Roll each bhatura one by one and then deep-fry 1 at a time.
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The dough should be soft and not semi stiff or stiff.
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Always sieve the plain flour and use.
Nutrient values (Abbrv)per plate
| Energy | 126 cal |
| Protein | 2.3 g |
| Carbohydrates | 14.8 g |
| Fiber | 0.2 g |
| Fat | 6.4 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.8 mg |
| Sodium | 3.6 mg |
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Foodie #546556
March 13, 2025, midnight
I have a query - How come Masala Bhatura doesnt have any Dahi or dry yeast ingredients like the actual Bhatura recepie
Vinita_Raj
March 13, 2025, midnight
Nice variation to the regular bhatura and this potatoes and onions and spices added to the dough.
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