Mustard Oil-Fried Flour Breads

Crisp, pillowy flatbreads cooked in aromatic mustard oil until golden and puffed, a staple of Bengali breakfasts.

Cuisine: Indian

Category: Indian

Prep: 35 minutes. Cook: 15 minutes.

Serves 8.

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, mix 1 cup all-purpose flour and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Add 1 tablespoon mustard oil and use a fork to combine until crumbly. Gradually add 1/4 cup water, mixing until a soft dough forms.
  2. Step 2: Knead dough for 5 minutes on a floured surface until smooth. Cover and rest for 30 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Divide dough into 8 equal balls. Roll each ball into a 4-inch circle using a rolling pin.
  4. Step 4: Heat 1/2 cup mustard oil in a deep skillet over medium heat until shimmering (about 350°F). Place one rolled dough circle in oil and fry for 1 minute on first side until golden.
  5. Step 5: Flip and fry another 1 minute until puffed and golden. Transfer to paper towels to drain. Repeat with remaining dough.