Homemade Roti (Indian Flatbread)
Recipe Summary
- Learn to make soft and fluffy homemade Roti, a traditional Indian flatbread. This versatile bread is perfect for pairing with curries, stews, or as a base for delicious wraps.
All Ingredients - For Roti Dough
- Whole wheat flour 1 cup
- Water 1/2 to 3/4 cup
- Olive oil 1 tbsp
- Flour for dusting 2 tbsp
All Ingredients - Optional for Serving
- Butter as needed
- Lettuce 1/2 cup shredded
- Tomato 1 sliced
- Cucumber 1/4 cup sliced
- Cooked chicken pieces 1/2 cup
- Ketchup or sauce as needed
Tools You'll Need
- Tawa
- Griddle
- Bowl
- Knife
- Rolling pin
Don't have an ingredient? Try these swaps
No Butter?
- 3/4 the amount of olive oil (for cooking, not baking)
- Equal parts ghee — Slightly nuttier flavor.
- Equal parts coconut oil (in baking)
⚠ Contains Allergens
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Roti Dough
Add 1 cup of whole wheat flour to a large wooden bowl. Gradually add 1/2 to 3/4 cup of water, mixing with your hands until a shaggy dough forms. the dough in the bowl for about until it comes together.
Step 2: Add Oil and Knead
Pour 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the dough. Continue for another until the dough is smooth, elastic, and forms a cohesive ball.
Step 3: Divide the Dough
Place a silicone mat or a lightly floured surface on your counter. Transfer the dough onto the mat and gently roll it into a log shape. Using a dough cutter or knife, divide the dough log into 6-8 equal portions.
Step 4: Shape and Roll Rotis
Take one portion of dough and roll it between your palms to form a smooth ball. Lightly dust the dough ball with about 1 teaspoon of flour. Place the floured dough ball on the mat and use a rolling pin to roll it out into a thin, even circle, approximately 6-7 inches in diameter. Repeat this process for the remaining dough portions.
Step 5: Cook the Rotis
Heat a tawa (flat griddle) over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully place one rolled roti onto the tawa. Cook for about until small bubbles appear on the surface. Flip the roti and cook the other side for another .
Step 6: Puff the Rotis
Flip the roti again. Using a clean kitchen towel, gently press the edges of the roti to help it puff up. Continue cooking until the roti is fully puffed and has golden-brown spots on both sides, which should take about . Remove the cooked roti from the tawa and place it in a clean cloth or container to keep warm. Repeat this process for all remaining rotis.
Step 7: Serve Hot
Optionally, spread a little butter on each warm roti. Serve the rotis hot with your favorite curry, or use them to make delicious wraps with fillings like lettuce, tomato, cucumber, and cooked chicken pieces, drizzled with ketchup or your preferred sauce.
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