Description
A savory North Indian flatbread stuffed with a flavorful mixture of chicken and lentils, perfect for a hearty meal.
Ingredients
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For the dough
- 2 cups (480 ml) whole wheat flour
- 1 tsp ajwain or carom seeds
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp red chili powder
- 1 tbsp oil
- 3/4 cup (180 ml) warm water
For the filling
- 250 gm boneless skinless chicken, cut into very small pieces (or chicken mince)
- 1 cup (240 ml) yellow lentils (toor or arhar dal), boiled and drained
- 1 large tomato, chopped
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 tsp garlic ginger paste
- 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp dry mango powder
- 2 tbsp coriander powder
- 1 tsp garam masala
- Salt to taste
Others
- 3 tbsp onions, finely chopped
- 2 green chilies, chopped
- 1 tsp fresh coriander, chopped
- 1 tsp fresh mint, chopped
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine 2 cups whole wheat flour, 1 tsp ajwain, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp red chili powder, and 1 tbsp oil. Gradually add 3/4 cup warm water, mixing until a soft, non-sticky dough forms. If the dough is too sticky, add more flour as needed. Cover and let it rest for 20 minutes.
- For the filling, mix 250 grams of cooked and shredded chicken with 1 cup cooked lentils, 1 tsp garam masala, 1 tsp cumin powder, 1 tsp coriander powder, and salt to taste. Ensure the mixture is well combined.
- Divide the dough into equal portions and roll each into a ball. Flatten each ball slightly and place a spoonful of the chicken and lentil filling in the center. Gather the edges of the dough to enclose the filling and seal it well.
- Gently roll out each filled dough ball into a flatbread, being careful not to let the filling spill out.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a little oil. Cook each flatbread for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Add more oil as needed while cooking.
- Serve hot with yogurt or chutney.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, replace chicken with paneer or more lentils.
- Serve with yogurt or chutney for added flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Reheat on a skillet before serving.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 flatbread
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 8
- Protein: 18
- Cholesterol: 35