Dairy-Free Matar Kulcha
Discover the irresistible flavors of Dairy-Free Matar Kulcha, a vegan twist on a beloved North Indian street food classic! This recipe features soft, homemade kulchas—fluffy flatbreads infused with dried fenugreek leaves—and a hearty pea curry made with dried white peas simmered in aromatic spices like garam masala, coriander, and cumin. Perfectly balanced with the tangy zest of lemon juice and fresh cilantro, this comforting, dairy-free combination is as wholesome as it is delicious. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, Dairy-Free Matar Kulcha is ideal for a filling lunch or dinner that caters to vegan and lactose-intolerant diets. Pair it with a fresh salad or chutney for a complete feast that’s sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup Warm water
- 1 teaspoon Active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Dried fenugreek leaves (kasuri methi)
- 1 cup Dried white peas
- 1 medium Onion, chopped
- 1 large Tomato, chopped
- 1 Green chili, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Ginger garlic paste
- 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Cumin powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Garam masala
- 0.5 teaspoon Chaat masala
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Start by preparing the dough for kulchas. Dissolve 1 teaspoon of sugar and 1 teaspoon of active dry yeast in 3/4 cup of warm water. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 tablespoon of dried fenugreek leaves (kasuri methi).
Add the frothy yeast mixture and 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the flour. Mix and knead the ingredients into a smooth, soft dough.
Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest in a warm place for about 1 hour or until the dough doubles in size.
While the dough is resting, prepare the matar (pea curry). Rinse and soak 1 cup of dried white peas in water for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Drain the soaked peas and transfer them to a pressure cooker. Add 3 cups of water and 0.5 teaspoon of salt. Cook for 3-4 whistles or until the peas are soft and cooked through.
In a pan, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium heat. Add 1 chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.
Add 1 teaspoon of ginger garlic paste and 1 chopped green chili to the pan. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add 1 large chopped tomato to the pan and cook until the mixture becomes mushy.
Stir in 1 teaspoon of coriander powder, 0.5 teaspoon of cumin powder, 0.5 teaspoon of red chili powder, and 0.5 teaspoon of garam masala to the mixture. Cook for 2 minutes.
Add the cooked peas to the pan, and mix well. Add more water if necessary to reach your desired consistency. Simmer for 10 minutes.
Finish the matar by adding 0.5 teaspoon of chaat masala, 2 tablespoons of chopped cilantro, and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. Set aside.
After the dough has risen, punch it down and knead it briefly. Divide it into 8 equal portions.
Roll each portion into a ball and flatten it into a disc. Roll it out into a round or oval shape about 1/4 inch thick.
Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Cook each kulcha for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and puffed up.
Serve the warm kulchas with the matar curry, and enjoy your dairy-free matar kulcha meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2207 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.1 g | 78% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.1 g | 45% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 19.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3759 mg | 163% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 340.4 g | 124% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 45.6 g | 163% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.6 g | ||
| Protein | 75.4 g | 151% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 308 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 25.4 mg | 141% | |
| Potassium | 3245 mg | 69% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
