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Whole wheat Indian flatbread (roti) puffed and golden

Indian Roti

Indian roti is a traditional flatbread that holds a central place in Indian cuisine. Made from whole wheat flour, water, and sometimes a little oil. Roti is typically cooked on a flat griddle known as a 'Tawa'. It is often served with a variety of curry dishes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine Indian
Servings 2 servings
Calories 120 kcal
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Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 cup Wheat Flour
  • Water as per needed
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil

Instructions
 

  • In a bowl take whole wheat flour. Slowly add water and mix it while kneading to form a soft dough.
    Add water gradually to make perfect dough for roti
  • Add water to wheat flour
  • Add a little oil and knead again until smooth.
    Add olive oil to make soft dough for roti
  • Smooth dough for roti/ chapati
  • Divide the dough into small, equal-sized balls.
  • On a lightly floured surface roll each ball into a thin, round shape with a rolling pin.
  • Heat a flat pan (tawa) and place the rolled roti on it. Cook one side until bubbles form then flip it, Now cook the other side and press gently with a cloth or spatula. Optionally you can puff it directly over a flame for a few seconds.
    cooking roti on iron tawa
  • press gently with cloth to fluff roti
  • Once lightly browned and cooked, remove from heat and serve hot with your favourite curry or just as a wrap.
  • For a visual reference you can watch our video linked below.
  • Enjoy😋

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NUTRITION INFO

Nutrition Facts
Indian Roti
Amount per Serving
Calories
120
% Daily Value*
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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