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Luchi (Deep-fried Bengali Flatbread)

Luchi (Deep-fried Bengali Flatbread) is a traditional Indian recipe (from the Bengal region) for a classic flatbread using baking powder as a raising agent that's deep fried before serving. The full recipe is presented here and I hope you enjoy this classic Indian version of: Deep-fried Bengali Flatbread (Luchi).

prep time

20 minutes

cook time

20 minutes

Total Time:

40 minutes

Additional Time:

(+15 minutes resting)

Serves:

8-10

Rating: 4.5 star rating

Tags : Bread RecipesIndian Recipes



Ingredients:

550g flour
1 tbsp baking powder
2 tbsp powdered milk
1 tsp salt
360ml warm water
250ml lard or shortening for frying

Method:

Sift together the flour, baking powder and salt into a large bowl. Stir-in the milk powder and mix well with a fork. Add just enough of the warm water to bring the mixture together as a firm, but not sticky, dough. Knead gently then cover with a cloth and set aside to stand for 15 minutes.

Divide the dough into balls about 5cm in diameter then place on a lightly-floured surface and roll or stretch until the dough is flat and round.

Now melt the lard or shortening in a wok or pan. When hot, add the dough one by one and cook until golden before turning over and cook until golden on the other side. Drain on kitchen paper and serve hot.