Cheese-Stuffed Kulcha

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Cheese-Stuffed Kulcha is a soft, fluffy North Indian bread stuffed with gooey cheese and baked or cooked on a tandoor/tawa. Perfect as a snack or paired with curries, this cheesy twist on the traditional kulcha is a favorite among kids and adults alike.

Shreya Singh

1 month ago

Prep Time20 min (plus 1 hr resting)
Cook Time15 min
Servings3–4 People

Ingredients

Dough

2 cups all-purpose flour (maida)

1/4 cup yogurt (curd)

1/2 tsp baking powder

1/2 tsp salt

2 tbsp oil

Stuffing

1 cup processed or mozzarella cheese, grated

1 green chili, finely chopped (optional)

2 tbsp coriander leaves, chopped

Nutrition Facts (per kulcha)

Calories260
Total Fat9 g
Saturated Fat4 g
Cholesterol18 mg
Sodium310 mg
Total Carbohydrate34 g
Protein9 g

*Approximate values; vary depending on cheese used.

Instructions

1 Mix flour, baking powder, salt, yogurt, and oil. Knead into a soft dough. Rest 1 hour.
2 Divide dough into balls. Roll slightly and place cheese stuffing inside.
3 Seal and roll again into a flat disc.
4 Cook on a tawa with ghee/oil until golden brown on both sides OR bake in oven/tandoor.
5 Serve hot with chutney, curry, or enjoy as is.

Cheese

Italian