Mughlai Roti

May 24, 2023May 24, 20230 16

Delicious Mughlai Roti recipe for your lunch or dinner

by The Chefin Bread

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

2h 35min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

155

Sugar

Fat

Mughlai Roti is an Indian flatbread that originated in the Mughal period. It is a simple recipe that only requires a handful of ingredients. The bread is soft, fluffy, and has a subtle flavor of anise seed powder. It is usually served with curries or dal and makes for a wholesome meal. Mughlai Roti is also known as Pua or Sweet Pua in some regions of India, where it is served as a dessert with a dash of cardamom and powdered sugar. Overall, Mughlai Roti is a versatile bread that can be enjoyed at any time of the day.

Instructions

1.	In a large bowl, combine wheat flour, yeast, salt, and anise seed powder.
2.	Add sugar and milk to the mixture.
3.	Gradually add water to form a soft dough. Knead well until it is smooth and pliable.
4.	Cover the bowl with a wet cloth and set it aside for 2 hours.
5.	Once the dough has risen, divide it into equal portions.
6.	Roll out each portion into a thin circle.
7.	Heat a skillet and add ghee to it.
8.	Fry each roti till it turns golden brown.

PROS

Mughlai Roti is a simple and quick recipe that can be made in no time.
It is healthy and delicious, making it ideal for lunch or dinner.
The roti can be made in advance and stored, making it perfect for those busy days.

CONS

This dish may not be appealing to those who are not used to anise seed powder.
Some people may also find it difficult to work with yeast.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Wheat flour in Mughlai Roti is a great source of fiber, protein, and essential nutrients. Anise seeds are known to have anti-inflammatory and digestion-boosting properties that may aid in digestive issues. The recipe is low in fat and calories, making it a healthy option for those trying to maintain their weight.

	2 cups wheat flour
	1 teaspoon yeast ( dry )
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	1 teaspoon anise seed , powdered
	1/2 cup milk
	1 teaspoon sugar
	ghee ( for frying )
	water ( for kneading )