Ready in

38 mins

Cuisine

Indian · South Indian

Prep Time

30 min

Cook Time

8 min

Serving

2 People

Difficulty

Easy

Calories / Serving

~260 kcal
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Main Ingredients

Step-by-Step Instructions

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  1. Prepare the Dough Base

    In a large bowl, combine 1 cup of wheat flour with salt to taste. Mix well.

  2. Add Milk and Water

    Add 150 ml of milk to the flour mixture. Gradually add water while mixing the dough. For 1 kg of flour, approximately 550-600 ml of water is needed. Adjust water quantity based on the flour's absorption.

  3. Knead the Dough

    the dough thoroughly until it comes together and is no longer sticky. Add 1 tsp of oil and continue until the dough is soft, smooth, and elastic, indicating good gluten development.

  4. Rest the Dough

    Apply a few drops of oil over the dough to prevent it from drying out. Cover the bowl with a plate and let the dough rest at room temperature for . Do not refrigerate.

  5. Form Dough Balls

    After resting, divide the dough into small, equal-sized balls.

  6. Roll Out Chapatis

    Dust your rolling surface with wheat flour (not maida). Take one dough ball, flatten it slightly, and roll it out into a thin, even circle using a rolling pin. Avoid making it too thick or too thin, and use minimal dusting flour.

  7. Cook the Chapati

    Heat a tawa (griddle) over medium-high heat. Place the rolled chapati on the hot tawa. Cook until small bubbles appear on the surface (about ).

  8. Apply Ghee and Finish Cooking

    Flip the chapati. Now, apply 2 tsp of ghee (or oil) evenly over the cooked side. Cook for another until light brown spots appear. Flip again and apply ghee to the other side. Cook until both sides are golden brown and the chapati puffs up.

  9. Serve

    Remove the cooked chapati from the tawa and serve hot with your favorite curry or side dish.

Before You Cook

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  • No Ghee?

    • Unsalted butter (1:1)
    • Neutral oil (1:1, lacks the toasted note)
  • No Milk?

    • Unsweetened almond / soy / oat milk (1:1)
    • 1/2 cup evaporated milk + 1/2 cup water (per 1 cup)
AllergensThis recipe contains gluten and dairy.
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Storage & Leftovers

Keep your leftovers fresh and ready to enjoy.

  • Refrigerate

    Do not refrigerate the dough; keep it at room temperature for optimal softness.

Helpful Tips

Small details that can improve the final result.

  • Ingredient noteWheat Flour Selection Is Very Important

    Opt for good quality wheat flour, ideally freshly ground Punjab wheat.

  • Cooking tipAdd Milk to the Wheat

    Add milk to the wheat flour while kneading for extra softness.

  • TipAdd the Correct Measured Amount of Water Initially

    Avoid adding more flour or water later, as it can make the chapati hard.

  • Cooking tipKnead the Dough Well Until Gluten Develops

    Making the dough soft and non-sticky. This usually takes about 5-7 minutes of vigorous kneading.

  • PreparationAllow the Dough to Rest

    Allow the dough to rest for 20 minutes after kneading. This helps the gluten relax and makes the chapatis softer.

  • Cooking tipDo Not Refrigerate the Dough

    Keep it at room temperature for optimal softness.

  • TipUse Wheat Flour for Dusting While Rolling

    Not maida (all-purpose flour). Dust minimally to prevent the chapati from becoming stiff.

  • TipApply Ghee (or Oil) Only

    Apply ghee (or oil) only after flipping the chapati on the tawa. Cooking on correct heat is crucial: too low will make it hard, too high will cook the outside too quickly, leaving the inside raw.

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