Matar Kulcha
An authentic vegetarian recipe from Punjab, India — with exact measurements and step-by-step instructions.
The Story Behind the Dish
Matar Kulcha is a treasured vegetarian dish from Punjab, India — a reflection of the region's ingredients, climate, and culinary traditions passed down through generations.
Ingredients
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Make kulcha dough: mix flour, yogurt, baking powder, and salt. Add enough water to form a soft dough. Rest 1 hour.
Pressure cook soaked peas with salt and turmeric for 3–4 whistles until soft.
Heat oil, add cumin, and temper. Add onions until golden. Add boiled peas and mash slightly.
Add red chilli powder, chaat masala, and tamarind paste. Cook until semi-dry and flavourful.
Divide kulcha dough into balls. Roll into thick rounds.
Cook on a hot tawa until brown on both sides. Transfer directly to gas flame for char marks.
Apply butter immediately.
Serve hot kulcha alongside the matar (pea curry).
Top matar with chopped onion, coriander, and drizzle both chutneys.
Cook
45 mins
Serves
4 servings
Level
Medium