Name: Phulka
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: north_indian
Ingredients: 2 cup Atta (Also known as whole wheat flour); 0.5 tsp Salt; 1 cup Lukewarm Water (Adjust as needed to form a soft, pliable dough); 2 tbsp Ghee (For brushing on top, optional)

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Tomato Omelette Curry Recipe - North Indian Lunch | CraftMyMeals

Instructions

1
Prepare and Cook the Omelettes
- In a mixing bowl, whisk the 8 eggs until frothy. Add 75g of finely chopped onion (about 1 small onion), green chilies, 2 tbsp of fresh coriander, 0.25 tsp turmeric powder, and 0.5 tsp salt. Mix everything well.
- Heat 1 tbsp of oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Pour a quarter of the egg mixture to form a thin omelette. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the bottom is set and golden.
- Flip the omelette and cook for another minute. Slide it onto a plate. Repeat with the remaining egg mixture and oil to make 4 omelettes in total.
- Once the omelettes have cooled slightly, roll each one tightly and use a sharp knife to slice them into 1-inch thick pinwheels.
2
Create the Curry Base (Masala)
- In a kadai or deep pan, heat the remaining 2 tbsp of oil over medium heat. Add the cumin seeds and let them sizzle for about 30 seconds.
- Add the remaining 200g of finely chopped onion and sauté for 8-10 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are soft and golden brown.
- Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and cook for 1-2 minutes until the raw aroma disappears.
3
Cook the Tomato Masala
- Add the tomato puree to the pan. Stir and cook for 2 minutes.
- Add the spice powders: remaining 0.5 tsp turmeric powder, Kashmiri red chili powder, and coriander powder. Mix well to combine.
- Cook this masala mixture for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens and you see oil separating from the sides. This step is crucial for a flavorful gravy.
4
Simmer the Gravy
- Pour in 1.5 cups of hot water and add the remaining 1 tsp of salt. Stir well to deglaze the pan.
- Bring the gravy to a rolling boil, then reduce the heat to low. Crush the Kasuri Methi between your palms and add it to the gravy.
- Cover the pan and let the gravy simmer for 5-7 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
5
Finish and Garnish
- Gently slide the sliced omelette pieces into the simmering gravy. Sprinkle the garam masala over the top.
- Stir very gently to coat the omelette pieces. Simmer for just 2-3 minutes, allowing the omelette to absorb the flavors without breaking apart.
- Turn off the heat. Garnish with the remaining 2 tbsp of fresh coriander.
- Let the curry rest for 5 minutes before serving hot with roti, naan, or steamed rice.

Ingredients

2 cup Atta (Also known as whole wheat flour)
0.5 tsp Salt
1 cup Lukewarm Water (Adjust as needed to form a soft, pliable dough)
2 tbsp Ghee (For brushing on top, optional)

Instructions

1
Prepare the Dough
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of atta and salt.
- Gradually add lukewarm water, a little at a time, mixing with your fingers until the flour comes together to form a dough.
- Knead the dough on a clean, flat surface for 8-10 minutes, pressing and stretching it with the heel of your hand. The final dough should be soft, smooth, and elastic, not sticky.
2
Rest the Dough
- Lightly grease the dough with a few drops of oil or ghee to prevent it from drying out.
- Cover the bowl with a damp cloth or a lid and let the dough rest for at least 20-30 minutes. This step is crucial for relaxing the gluten, which results in softer phulkas.
3
Divide and Roll
- After resting, knead the dough again for one minute.
- Divide the dough into 8 equal-sized portions and roll them into smooth balls.
- Take one ball, flatten it between your palms, and dip it into the dry atta for dusting.
- Place it on a rolling board (chakla) and roll it out evenly into a thin circle, about 6-7 inches in diameter. Use minimal dry flour for dusting to avoid making the phulka hard.
4
Cook on the Tawa (Griddle)
- Heat a tawa over medium-high heat. To check if it's ready, sprinkle a pinch of dry flour; it should turn brown in a few seconds.
- Place the rolled phulka on the hot tawa. Cook for about 15-20 seconds until you see small bubbles appear on the surface.
- Flip the phulka using tongs and cook the other side for 30-40 seconds until light brown spots appear.
5
Puff on Open Flame
- Using tongs, carefully lift the phulka off the tawa and place it directly on a high flame.
- Within seconds, the phulka will puff up into a ball due to the trapped steam.
- Immediately flip it to cook the other side on the flame for just a second or two. Be careful not to burn it.
6
Finish and Serve
- Remove the puffed phulka from the flame. If desired, brush the top with a little ghee.
- Place the finished phulka in a casserole or a container lined with a clean kitchen towel. This keeps them soft and warm.
- Repeat the rolling, cooking, and puffing process for the remaining dough balls. Serve hot with your favorite dal or curry.

Tomato Omelette Curry with Phulka

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