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Assorted homemade Indian breads recipes— naan, roti, paratha, and poori — on a white kitchen table, photographed from above with natural light.

Authentic Indian Bread Recipe

7 authentic Indian bread recipes from naan to poori. Easy, step-by-step flatbreads perfect for curry pairings and family meals.
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Course: bread, Main, Side
Cuisine: Indian
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Resting Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 breads (depending on recipe)
Calories: 260kcal
Author: Nicole Harper
Cost: Low (basic pantry ingredients)

Equipment

  • 1 Tawa or cast iron skillet For cooking breads
  • 1 Rolling pin To roll dough evenly
  • 1 Large mixing bowls 2, for dough prep
  • 1 Clean kitchen towels 2, to cover dough & breads
  • 1 Pastry brush For applying ghee/butter
  • 1 Wire cooling rack To rest breads
  • 1 Deep frying pan For poori & bhatura
  • 1 Measuring cups/spoons Accurate measuring

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Whole wheat flour For roti/chapati
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour For naan/kulcha
  • 1 teaspoon Active dry yeast For naan & bhatura
  • 0.5 cup Yogurt Adds softness
  • 0.5 cup Milk Warmed
  • 1 cup Warm water For kneading
  • 2 tablespoon Ghee or butter For brushing
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar For yeast activation
  • 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder For kulcha
  • 0.25 teaspoon Baking soda For bhatura
  • 3 tablespoon Oil For frying/softness
  • 1 teaspoon Nigella seeds Optional for naan
  • 2 tablespoon Fresh coriander Chopped

Instructions

  • Mix flour, salt, water; knead until smooth.
  • Cover and rest dough (30 mins).
  • Shape into equal balls.
  • Flatten with rolling pin.
  • Add stuffing if making paratha.
  • Griddle until bubbles form.
  • Cook other side golden.
  • Apply ghee or butter.
  • Deep fry for poori/bhatura.
  • Pair with curries hot.

Notes

This collection covers 7 breads: roti, chapati, naan, paratha, poori, bhatura, and kulcha. Adjust fillings and seasonings to suit taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 95g | Calories: 260kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 120mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 120IU | Vitamin C: 0.5mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 2.6mg