Step-by-Step Instructions

1. 1.Combine Dry Ingredients

   Add 1 cup of all-purpose flour to a mixing bowl. Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt to the flour.

2. 2.Add Oil and Water

   Pour 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil into the flour mixture. Gradually add 1/2 cup of water, a little at a time, while mixing with your hands.

3. 3.Knead the Dough

   Continue mixing and adding water until a dough forms. Knead the dough for 5 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.

4. 4.Rest the Dough

   Cover the dough with cling film and let it rest for 10 minutes.

5. 5.Prepare for Rolling

   Sprinkle some flour on a clean surface. Roll the rested dough into a log shape.

6. 6.Portion and Shape

   Tear off a small piece of dough. Roll and shape it into a smooth ball.

7. 7.Roll the Chapati

   Dust the dough ball with flour and flatten it slightly with your hands. Use a rolling pin to roll the dough until it is fairly thin and round.

8. 8.Remove Excess Flour

   Gently shake away any excess flour from the rolled chapati.

9. 9.Cook on Pan

   Heat a dry pan over medium-high heat until hot. Place the rolled dough onto the hot pan. Cook until small air pockets begin to appear on the surface.

10. 10.Flip and Cook

    Flip the chapati over and cook for approximately 40 seconds on the other side.

11. 11.Puff on Flame

    Flip the chapati back onto a naked flame (gas burner) and cook until it puffs up completely. Ensure it doesn't burn.

12. 12.Finish and Serve

    Once puffed, remove the chapati from the flame. Brush the edges with butter or ghee while it's still warm. Repeat for remaining dough.