Authentic Himachali Aktori with Warm Honey Butter
Aktori is a traditional buckwheat pancake hailing from the mountains of Himachal Pradesh, offering a rustic, earthy flavor profile. Served warm with a generous dollop of honey butter, it makes a comforting and wholesome treat.
35min
Total Time
4
Servings
Himachali
Cuisine
Recipe
1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the buckwheat flour, whole wheat flour, jaggery powder, baking soda, and salt.
2
Gradually whisk in the yogurt and water to form a smooth, pouring batter without lumps.
3
Let the batter rest for about 10 minutes to allow the flours to hydrate.
4
Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium heat and grease it lightly with a little desi ghee.
5
Pour a ladleful of batter onto the center of the skillet and spread it gently into a thick circle.
6
Cook until tiny bubbles appear on the surface and the edges turn golden brown.
7
Flip the pancake and cook the other side, pressing gently with a spatula, until cooked through and crisp.
8
In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter and honey to make the honey butter.
9
Serve the warm aktori immediately, drizzled generously with the warm honey butter.
Ingredients
1 cup buckwheat flour (kuttu ka atta)
1/2 cup whole wheat flour
1 cup plain yogurt or buttermilk
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon jaggery powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons pure desi ghee
4 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons melted butter
*This AI-generated recipe may contain inaccuracies.