India is popular for its variety of bread- from the popular naan and dosa to the lesser-known fried bhatura and flatbread bhakri. Here are 18 amazing Indian breads that will make you want to try them all today.
Many Indian breads are made on the stovetop in a pan or the tandoor (clay oven), which means you don’t have to wait as long as for yeast-based breads.
Whether you’re new to Indian flatbreads or have made them before, you will love the different types of Indian bread recipes. Learn how to make Indian bread at home with these easy recipes and enjoy them as a side with Indian dinner recipes.
Roti
Roti, also called Chapati or Phulka, is a traditional Indian flatbread typically made from wheat flour and water. It is a staple side dish served almost daily with various dishes such as curries, dals, and vegetables.
It is a better alternative compared to other types of bread due to its low fat and calorie content. Learn how to make soft roti every time with this foolproof recipe!
Get the Roti recipe.
Bhatura
Bhatura is a deep-fried puffed bread commonly served with chana masala or potato curry. Made with flour and yogurt, bhatura is a popular North Indian leavened bread that’s crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. It’s perfect for a weekend breakfast or brunch.
Get the Bhatura recipe.
Paratha
Paratha, one of India’s most popular unleavened flatbreads, is perfect for enjoying with pickle and a hot cup of chai for breakfast or alongside curry and yogurt raita for lunch or dinner.
Paratha is made by layering and rolling dough with ghee or oil. It can be stuffed with various ingredients such as potatoes, cauliflower, and paneer.
Get the Paratha recipe.
Poori
Poori or Puri is a traditional Indian fried bread that is delicious to enjoy with almost any main dish. It’s a simple unleavened bread made from whole wheat flour, salt, and water. The dough is kneaded, rolled into small discs, and then deep-fried until puffed and golden brown.
Get the Poori recipe.
Naan
Naan is the most popular Indian flatbread. It’s fluffy, pillowy, soft, and chewy, yet crisp and flaky in some spots. It is the best way to scoop your favorite Indian curries.
Although naan is traditionally cooked in a tandoor oven, there are ways to make it on the stovetop at home.
Get the Naan recipe.
Kulcha
Soft, fluffy Garlic Cheese Kulcha is mildly leavened bread stuffed with a tangy and spicy mixture of garlic and cheese. This recipe cooks the kulcha on a pan on the stovetop and makes the most amazing kulchas.
Get the Kulcha recipe.
Dosa
Dosa is a popular South Indian dish. It is a thin, crispy crepe made from a fermented batter of rice and urad dal.
Dosa is usually served with sambar and coconut chutney and is a great side dish to enjoy with curries for those who are gluten-free.
Make the best crispy dosa from scratch with homemade dosa batter. Here you can find all the tips and tricks to get the perfect crispy dosa’s every time!
Get the Dosa recipe.
Tandoori Roti
Tandoori roti is a restaurant-style Indian flatbread cooked in a tandoor or clay oven. It is made using a dough of wheat flour, salt, and water. This flatbread is made by rolling the dough round and cooking it in a tandoor until it turns golden with some brown spots.
With this easy recipe, you can make Tandoori Roti at home without any tandoor.
Get the Tandoori Roti recipe.
Thepla
Gujarati Methi Thepla is a delicious snack made with whole wheat flour, gram flour (besan), fresh fenugreek leaves, yogurt, and spices.
This delectable flatbread is ideal for breakfast, snack, or any other meal of the day. It is perfect for on-the-go meals as it stays good at room temperature for many days.
Get the Thepla recipe.
Aloo Paratha
Aloo Paratha is a special North Indian layered flatbread stuffed with spiced mashed potatoes. The parathas are roasted on the hot griddle until crisp and brown on the outside.
Serve them with pickle and raita for an authentic Punjabi breakfast. Here is my mom’s recipe to make the best aloo parathas.
Get the Aloo Paratha recipe.
Makki ki Roti
Makki ki roti is a traditional Punjabi (North Indian) flatbread made from yellow cornmeal or maize flour.
Makki ki roti is typically served with sarson ka saag, a spiced mustard greens curry, during winter months in North India.
Get the Makki ki Roti recipe.
Paneer Paratha
Paneer Paratha is a delicious, whole wheat flatbread stuffed with firm Indian cottage cheese, aromatic herbs, and spices. This stuffed paratha is popularly served for breakfast or lunch in North India.
Get the Paneer Paratha recipe.
Parotta
Kerala Parotta or Malabar Parotta is a layered Indian flatbread that goes great with curries. Serve it with Kerala Egg Curry or Veg Stew for a hearty meal.
This parotta is different than the North Indian paratha. It is made with white flour, which has more gluten giving this flatbread the perfect flaky texture.
Get the Parotta recipe.
Dhebra
Methi Dhebra is a flavorful flatbread from the western state of Gujarat that makes a terrific snack any time of day. They are subtly bitter and well-seasoned.
Methi na Dhebra is a nutritious flatbread made with bajra, whole wheat flour, fresh fenugreek leaves, and spices.
Get the Dhebra recipe.
Broccoli Paratha
Broccoli paratha is a nutritious stuffed paratha made with a spicy and savory broccoli filling. Serve these broccoli parathas for breakfast with pickle and yogurt.
Get the Broccoli Paratha recipe.
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