Flour Recipes: Chef Nisha's Chat with a Housewife

by - Kumaraswamy on - January 03, 2025

Housewife: Chef Nisha, besides rotis and parathas, what other recipes can I make with atta?

Chef Nisha: Great question! With atta, you can make puris, whole wheat bread, biscuits, pancakes, and even healthy muffins.

Housewife: Oh, that's interesting! What about maida?

Chef Nisha: Maida is very versatile! You can use it for cakes, pastries, cookies, pizza bases, naan, bhature, and even fried snacks like samosas and kachoris.

Housewife: Can I use atta to make pizza bases?

Chef Nisha: Yes, you can! The pizza base will be slightly denser compared to maida, but it will be healthier. Add some olive oil to the dough for better texture.

Housewife: What’s the best type of flour for making pasta?

Chef Nisha: Traditionally, semolina flour is used for pasta, but you can also use maida or a mix of maida and atta for a homemade version.

Housewife: Are there any sweets I can make with flour?

Chef Nisha: Absolutely! With maida, you can make gulab jamun, jalebi, or soan papdi. With atta, try atta laddoos or halwa.

Housewife: How about snacks for tea time?

Chef Nisha: For tea time, maida is great for baking cookies, puffs, and crackers. Atta can be used for healthier biscuits or even baked chips.

Housewife: What’s your favorite recipe using maida?

Chef Nisha: That’s tough! I’d say a rich chocolate cake or freshly baked croissants. They’re indulgent and perfect for celebrations!

Housewife: Thank you so much, Chef Nisha! This has been so helpful.

Chef Nisha: My pleasure! Flour is a pantry staple, and with a bit of creativity, you can make endless delicious recipes. Happy cooking!