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Introduction
Kaladi Kulcha is a traditional Dogra street food made with Kaladi, a dense local cheese, shallow-fried until golden and stuffed inside a soft kulcha.
Historical Relevance
Kaladi cheese, made from cow’s or buffalo’s milk, originated in Udhampur, Jammu. This rustic preparation reflects the pastoral food traditions of the Dogra community.
- Preparing the Cheese
- 200 g Kaladi cheese (or mozzarella as substitute)
- 1 tsp ghee
→ Slice cheese and pan-fry in ghee till golden.
- Serving
- 2 kulchas (toasted)
- Chutney or pickle
→ Stuff fried cheese into kulchas, serve hot.
Pro Tips: Eat immediately to enjoy its chewy texture.
Serving Suggestions: Served with spicy green chutney.
Fun Fact: Locals call it the “Mozzarella of Jammu.”