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Chapati

The chapati, also known as a roti, is the staple flat bread of Northern India and Pakistan. It can be made from many types of grain, but is most commonly made with finely-ground whole wheat flour. Sometimes it is cooked in a little oil.

Total 01:00
Yield 8

Ingredients

  • 3 cups whole wheat flour
  • Salt to taste (about 1 teaspoon)
  • Warm water as required (about 1 ½ cups)
  • Ghee (clarified butter; optional)

Instructions

  1. 1
    Knead together the flour and water, starting with only a slight dribble of water and adding more as you go until the dough becomes smooth but not too sticky.
  2. 2
    Cover dough, and let rest for at least 5 minutes.
  3. 3
    Divide dough into balls and roll out into disks, slightly thicker than denim material; sprinkle with flour as you roll.
  4. 4
    Place a non-oiled pan over moderately high heat and test its surface temperature by holding your hand over it.
  5. 5
    When very hot, put a chapati on the pan and press it flat with a spatula or dry cloth to make it rise up.
  6. 6
    Flip and repeat so it becomes lightly browned on both sides.
  7. 7
    If desired, brush with ghee.
Cuisine
Indian

Dietary Information

Vegan
Vegetarian

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