Ingredients:
- 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour (maida)
- 1 tablespoon (14g) ghee or unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Water, as needed (approximately 1/2 cup or 120ml)
- 1 cup (200g) yellow split peas (chana dal), soaked for 30 minutes
- 3/4 cup (150g) jaggery, grated (or dark brown sugar)
- 1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder
- 1 tablespoon ghee
Instructions:
- Combine all-purpose flour, ghee, and salt in a mixing bowl.
- Gradually add water, kneading to form a soft, pliable dough. Cover and let rest for 30 minutes.
- Drain and rinse the soaked chana dal.
- Cook dal in boiling water until soft, about 25 minutes. Drain thoroughly.
- Combine cooked dal with jaggery and cardamom in a blender or food processor. Blend until a coarse mixture forms.
- Heat ghee in a pan and sauté the filling for a few minutes to incorporate flavors. Let it cool to room temperature.
- Divide the dough into equal balls (about 8 pieces).
- Roll each dough ball into a small disc. Place a spoonful of filling in the center.
- Gather the edges of the dough to enclose the filling and pinch to seal.
- Gently flatten the filled ball and roll out into a thin circle.
- Heat a griddle or tava over medium heat.
- Cook each flatbread for 1-2 minutes on each side until golden brown and slightly puffed. Brush with ghee if desired.
- Serve warm with a dollop of ghee or alongside a side of milk or sweetened yogurt.