Some of India’s most cherished recipes are the simplest. Gud ki Roti served with fresh white butter is a taste of home.
Indian food today is becoming more mindful than modern. Guests are seeking authentic regional flavors, cleaner ingredients, and traditional cooking methods, while appreciating refined presentation and balanced portions. The focus is shifting from reinventing classics to respecting their original character. “This dish is all about celebrating the warmth of our kitchens and the traditions that have been passed down through generations. At Aure HEER, these are the flavors that define our culinary legacy,” says Mahabir Singh, Executive Chef – Aure HEER, Legacy Kitchen.
Here is the recipe of Gud ki Roti with Fresh White Butter by Chef Mahabir Singh.
Ingredients (Serves 4)
- Whole wheat flour – 250 grams
- Grated jaggery – 150 grams
- Ghee – 30 ml
- Fennel seeds – 5 grams
- Green cardamom powder – 2 grams
- Warm water – 120 ml
- Salt – 2 grams
- Fresh homemade white butter – 80 grams (to serve)
Method
- Knead the whole wheat flour with warm water and salt into a soft dough. Rest for 20 minutes.
- Mix the grated jaggery with fennel seeds and cardamom.
- Divide the dough into equal portions. Stuff each with the jaggery mixture and gently roll into a medium-thick roti.
- Cook on a hot tawa, brushing with ghee on both sides until golden with light brown spots.
- Serve hot with a generous dollop of fresh homemade white butter.
