Onion Kulcha Recipe – Easy Stovetop Method

Name: Onion Kulcha Recipe – Easy Stovetop Method
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 2 cups (240g) plain, all-purpose flour; ½ teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon powdered sugar; ¼ teaspoon baking soda (soda bicarb); ¼ teaspoon baking powder; 3 tablespoons ghee (divided); 4 tablespoons thick buttermilk (see note 1); ¼ cup water (see note 2); 1 medium (~90g) onion; 1 green chili pepper; 2 and ½ teaspoons ground coriander; 1 teaspoon bhuna jeera (or regular ground cumin; see note 3); 1 and ½ teaspoons plain, all-purpose flour (see note 4); 3-4 stalks cilantro (coriander); ¾ teaspoon salt (or less, if you prefer); 2-3 tablespoons plain, all-purpose flour; ½ cup water; chopped cilantro (coriander) (optional); ½ teaspooon ghee per kulcha (total 3½ teaspoons); 2 teaspoons nigella seeds (kalonji) (optional)

Instructions

Prep:30minCook:15min

Crunchy on top, soft and fluffy inside, and packed with a flavor-bomb filling, this is my nut-free, yeast-free onion kulcha recipe. Traditionally made in a tandoor, this stovetop version is just as good and easy to make at home.The steps might seem long, but don’t let that stop you. I’ve added step-by-step photos and video clips to the post above to guide you. Check out the full recipe video at the end of this recipe card. Servings: This recipe makes 6 to 7 medium-sized kulchas—enough for about 3 people. For a hearty, comforting meal, serve your onion-stuffed kulchas with mung bean curry and a cooling cucumber raita.

Updated at: Wed, 22 Oct 2025 17:52:51 GMT