Make Assamese Dinkalu (Barley Bread) for Hazrat Ali’s Birthday

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On 5th Feb 2023, the birthday of Hazrat Ali, you can prepare one of his favourite dish of Parching barley bread, also known as “dinkalu” is a traditional bread from the state of Assam, India. It is made from barley flour and is typically served as a snack or breakfast item. Here is a recipe for making Parching Barley Bread:

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups barley flour
  • Salt to taste
  • Water as needed
  • Oil for frying

Instructions:

  1. In a mixing bowl, add the barley flour and salt.
  2. Slowly add water and knead the dough until it becomes soft and pliable.
  3. Cover the dough and let it rest for 15-20 minutes.
  4. Divide the dough into small balls.
  5. Roll out each ball of dough into a flat, round shape.
  6. Heat a tawa or griddle over medium heat.
  7. Place the rolled out dough on the tawa and cook until both sides are golden brown and crispy.
  8. Remove from the tawa and place on a plate.
  9. Repeat the process with the remaining dough.
  10. Serve the parching barley bread warm or at room temperature.

You can also add other ingredients such as cumin seeds, black pepper, or sesame seeds to the dough for added flavor.

Hope you enjoy making and eating the Parching Barley Bread, let me know if you have any other questions.