Awadhi Seekh Kebab, Roomali Roti and Mint Chutney

Ingredients

• 1.5 cup All-Purpose Flour
• 0.5 cup Atta
• 0.75 tsp Salt
• 1 tbsp Vegetable Oil (for the dough)
• 0.5 cup Warm Milk
• 0.25 cup Warm Water (adjust as needed)
• 2 tbsp Ghee (for brushing, optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Dough

   • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 1.5 cups of all-purpose flour, 0.5 cup of atta, and salt.
   • Add the vegetable oil and rub it into the flour with your fingertips until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs.
   • Gradually pour in the warm milk and warm water, mixing continuously to form a very soft, pliable, and slightly sticky dough. You may not need all the water.
2. 2

   Knead and Rest the Dough

   • Transfer the dough to a lightly oiled surface and knead for 10-12 minutes until it becomes extremely smooth, soft, and elastic. It should spring back when gently pressed.
   • Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth or plastic wrap, and let it rest for at least 60 to 90 minutes. This step is crucial for relaxing the gluten, which makes stretching possible.
3. 3

   Prepare the Cooking Surface

   • Invert a large kadai (Indian wok) or a convex tawa over your stove burner.
   • Heat the inverted kadai on a medium-high flame for 5-7 minutes until it's very hot. To test if it's ready, sprinkle a few drops of water on the surface; they should sizzle and evaporate almost instantly.
4. 4

   Divide and Shape the Dough

   • After resting, gently knead the dough for another minute.
   • Divide the dough into 8 equal-sized balls. Keep the dough balls covered with a damp cloth to prevent them from drying out.
5. 5

   Stretch the Roti

   • Take one dough ball and dust it generously with all-purpose flour. Roll it out with a rolling pin into a thin circle, about 6-7 inches in diameter.
   • Gently lift the rolled dough and drape it over the knuckles of both hands. Carefully rotate the dough, allowing gravity to stretch it further until it becomes paper-thin and translucent. Be gentle to avoid tearing.
6. 6

   Cook the Roti

   • Quickly and carefully, drape the stretched roti over the hot inverted kadai.
   • Cook for about 30-45 seconds, or until you see small bubbles forming on the surface.
   • Using a pair of tongs, flip the roti and cook the other side for another 20-30 seconds. The roti should be cooked through but remain soft and pale, without any dark brown spots.
7. 7

   Fold and Serve

   • Remove the roti from the kadai and place it on a clean cloth or plate.
   • Immediately fold it in half, and then in half again to resemble a handkerchief.
   • Brush with a little ghee if desired. Place the folded roti in a casserole dish or wrap it in a kitchen towel to keep it warm and soft while you cook the rest.
   • Serve hot with rich curries or kebabs.

Ingredients

• 1.5 cup Mint Leaves (Packed, tough stems removed)
• 1 cup Cilantro (Packed, including tender stems)
• 2 piece Green Chili (Adjust to spice preference)
• 1 inch Ginger (Peeled and roughly chopped)
• 2 tablespoon Roasted Chana Dal (Acts as a thickener)
• 2 tablespoon Lemon Juice (Freshly squeezed)
• 0.75 teaspoon Salt (Adjust to taste)
• 0.5 teaspoon Black Salt (Also known as Kala Namak)
• 0.5 teaspoon Sugar (Optional, to balance flavors)
• 3 tablespoon Ice Cold Water (Or use ice cubes, add as needed for consistency)

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Herbs (4 minutes)

   • Thoroughly rinse the mint and cilantro leaves under cold running water to remove any dirt or grit.
   • Pluck the mint leaves from their tough stems; discard the stems as they can be bitter.
   • For the cilantro, you can use the tender stems along with the leaves as they are full of flavor. Roughly chop the bunch.
   • Gently pat the herbs dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels to remove excess water.
2. 2

   Combine Ingredients in Blender (1 minute)

   • Place the prepared mint leaves, cilantro, green chilies (start with one for less heat), chopped ginger, roasted chana dal, lemon juice, salt, black salt, and sugar into a small, high-speed blender jar.
3. 3

   Blend to a Smooth Paste (3 minutes)

   • Add 2-3 tablespoons of ice-cold water or a couple of ice cubes. Using cold water is crucial to prevent the herbs from oxidizing and helps retain their vibrant green color.
   • Blend for 1-2 minutes, scraping down the sides of the jar with a spatula as needed, until you achieve a smooth, uniform paste.
   • If the chutney is too thick, add more cold water, 1 teaspoon at a time, and blend again until you reach your desired consistency. Be careful not to make it too watery.