Anda Ghotala with Ghadichi Poli

Ingredients

• 2 cup Atta (Whole wheat flour)
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1 cup Lukewarm Water (Adjust as needed)
• 1 tbsp Oil (For kneading into the dough)
• 3 tbsp Ghee (For layering and cooking. Use oil for a vegan version.)

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Dough

   • In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of atta and 1 tsp of salt.
   • Add 1 tbsp of oil and mix it into the flour with your fingertips until it resembles coarse crumbs.
   • Gradually add lukewarm water while kneading. Continue to knead for 8-10 minutes to form a soft, smooth, and pliable dough that is not sticky.
   • Cover the dough with a damp cloth or a lid and let it rest for at least 20-30 minutes. This step is crucial for soft polis.
2. 2

   Divide and Fold

   • After resting, knead the dough for another minute. Divide it into 8 equal-sized portions and roll them into smooth balls.
   • Take one ball and dust it with dry atta. Roll it into a thin circle (like a puri), about 4 inches in diameter.
   • Smear about 1/2 tsp of ghee (or oil) evenly over the surface. Sprinkle a pinch of dry atta on top.
   • Fold the circle in half to form a semi-circle. Again, apply a little ghee and sprinkle some atta on the folded surface.
   • Fold the semi-circle one more time to form a triangle.
3. 3

   Roll the Poli

   • Lightly dust the triangle with dry atta.
   • Gently roll it out into a larger triangle, about 6-7 inches on each side. Roll evenly from the center outwards, being careful not to apply too much pressure to preserve the layers inside.
4. 4

   Cook the Poli

   • Heat a tawa (griddle) over medium-high heat. To check if it's ready, sprinkle a few drops of water; they should sizzle and evaporate immediately.
   • Carefully place the rolled poli on the hot tawa. Cook for about 30-40 seconds, or until you see small bubbles forming on the surface.
   • Flip the poli and cook the other side for about 45-60 seconds, until light brown spots appear.
   • Flip it again. Using a flat spatula, gently press the edges and puffed-up parts of the poli. This will help it puff up completely.
   • Drizzle a little ghee on top, flip, and cook for another 15 seconds. Repeat on the other side.
   • Remove the cooked poli from the tawa when both sides have golden-brown spots.
5. 5

   Repeat and Serve

   • Place the cooked poli in a casserole or a container lined with a clean kitchen towel to keep it soft.
   • Repeat the folding, rolling, and cooking process for the remaining dough balls.
   • Serve Ghadichi Poli hot with dal, vegetable curries, or pickle.