Indian Roti

Freshly baked, beautifully spiced Indian flatbreads infused with cumin, turmeric, and fenugreek, cooked on a dry pan until puffed.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 171 kcals 1026 kcals
Carbohydrates 28.4 grams 170.1 grams
Fat 4.6 grams 27.8 grams
Protein 4.1 grams 24.5 grams
Cook Time
15 mins
Produces
6 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

GrainsCereals
225
g
Chapati Flour
plus extra for dusting
Liquids
120
ml
Water
warm
NutsSeeds
1
tsp
Salt
fine
0.5
tsp
0.5
tsp
0.5
tsp
0.5
tsp
1.5
tsp
Fenugreek Leaves
dried or a handful of fresh chopped
OilsFats
1
tbsp
Ghee
melted for brushing

Steps

  • Sift the flour into a large bowl and mix in the salt and spices.
  • Whisk the water and oil together in a separate bowl.
  • Stir the liquids into the dry ingredients to form a soft, firm dough.
  • Cover the dough and let it prove for 20 minutes.
  • Divide the dough into six balls and roll each into a 15cm round.
  • Cover the rounds with a damp tea towel until ready to cook.
  • Heat a dry pan over medium heat and cook the roti for 30 seconds on one side.
  • Flip and cook for 1 minute until bubbles and brown spots appear.
  • Flip again and cook for 30-40 seconds while pressing with a tea towel to puff.
  • Brush the cooked roti with melted ghee or butter and keep covered to serve.