Bhatura
Big, fluffy, golden fried breads with a slight tang from yoghurt, made for dunking in spiced chickpeas.
- Time1 hr 20
- LevelMedium
- Costabout £0.26 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, bicarbonate and salt in a bowl. Add the yoghurt and 2 tbsp oil.
- 2
Add the warm water gradually and knead for 8 minutes to a soft, smooth dough.
- 3
Cover with a damp cloth and rest in a warm place for 1 hour, until puffy.
60 min - 4
Divide into 8 balls. Roll each into an oval about 5mm thick.
- 5
Heat the frying oil in a deep pan. Fry one bhatura at a time, pressing it down gently until it puffs, about 30 seconds each side until golden.
1 min - 6
Drain on kitchen paper and serve straight away.
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.