Homemade Ladi Pav: Soft & Fluffy Indian Dinner Rolls
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About Homemade Ladi Pav: Soft & Fluffy Indian Dinner Rolls
Imagine sinking your teeth into the softest, fluffiest Ladi Pav, warm from the oven. These quintessential Indian dinner rolls, perfect alongside Pav Bhaji or your favorite curry, are surprisingly easy to make from scratch!This recipe guides you through every step, from activating the yeast to achieving that beautiful golden-brown crust. Discover the joy of creating these pillowy buns at home – a true taste of India.Serve your freshly baked Ladi Pav warm with melted butter, alongside savory curries, or as a delightful addition to your brunch spread.
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Recipe Time & More
Prep1 hour 30 minutes
Cook30 minutes
Total2 hours
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
- 2 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 3/4 cup Milk warm
- 2 tsp Active Yeast dry
- 1 Tbsp Sugar
- 2 Tbsp Butter softened
- 1/2 tsp Salt or to taste
- 1/4 cup Water approximately, as needed
For Brushing and Greasing
- 2 Tbsp Butter melted
- 2 Tbsp Milk
- 2 Tbsp All-Purpose Flour for dusting
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour and salt. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, activate the yeast by combining the warm milk, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let stand for 10 minutes until frothy.
- Add the activated yeast mixture to the dry ingredients. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
- Begin kneading the dough, adding water as needed, 1 tablespoon at a time. The dough should be soft and slightly sticky.
- Add the softened butter to the dough. Knead for 6-7 minutes until the dough becomes smooth and elastic. Kneading develops the gluten, which gives the Ladi Pav their soft texture.
- Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm place for 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the risen dough to release the air. Lightly dust a clean surface with flour and knead the dough for another 3-4 minutes.
- Divide the dough into 12 equal-sized balls. Arrange them close together in a greased baking tray. This close proximity allows the rolls to rise upwards, creating the classic Ladi Pav shape.
- Cover the rolls with a damp cloth and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
- Gently brush the tops of the rolls with milk. Be careful not to deflate them.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
- As soon as the rolls come out of the oven, brush generously with melted butter. Cover loosely with foil to keep them soft. Let cool slightly before serving.
Recipe Notes
Good To Know
- For extra-soft pav, brush the tops with a generous layer of melted butter immediately after baking and then cover loosely with a clean kitchen towel for 10 minutes to retain steam and softness.
- If you want a richer flavor, substitute half the milk in the recipe with full-fat cream or add 1 tablespoon of milk powder to the dry ingredients.
- To achieve the classic “pull-apart” effect, place the dough balls close together in the baking tray so they just touch—this encourages soft sides and gives Ladi Pav its iconic shape.
Expert Tips
- Use high-quality active dry yeast for the best rise and flavor. Make sure your yeast isn't expired for optimal results.
- Don't overknead the dough. Overkneading can result in tough pav. Knead just until smooth and elastic.
- For a beautiful golden-brown crust, brush the pav with a milk wash (milk mixed with a little sugar) before baking.
Storage Instructions
- Leftover pav can be frozen in an airtight bag for up to two weeks; simply thaw and reheat in a warm oven, then brush with fresh butter before serving.
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 260kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 6gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 24mgSodium: 269mgPotassium: 113mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 291IUVitamin C: 0.003mgCalcium: 53mgIron: 2mg
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I’m loving this recipe already!
This looks so good! Can’t wait to cook it.
This looks divine! Can’t wait to make it.
This looks so good! Can’t wait to cook it.