Soft Whole Wheat Chapati
Soft, puffy Indian chapati (roti) made with whole wheat flour, water and a little oil.
Prep25 min
Cook15 min
Total40 min
Serves8
Calories~145 / serving
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Soft, puffy Indian chapati (roti) made with whole wheat flour, water and a little oil. This one takes 40 min start to finish and serves 8. It earned a spot in our unleavened bread deck because the steps are simple and the ingredients are easy to find.
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Why you'll love it
- Ready in 40 min
- Everyday ingredients, most of them already in your pantry
- Tagged: unleavened, flatbread, vegetarian, vegan-option
Our best tip: Resting the dough makes it much easier to roll thin and gives a softer chapati.
Truly unleavened: this recipe uses no yeast, baking powder, baking soda or sourdough starter. If you're baking for a church service or a religious holiday, check your tradition's guidelines.
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Soft Whole Wheat Chapati
Prep25 min
Cook15 min
Total40 min
Calories~145 / serving
Servings8
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole wheat flour (atta), plus more for rolling
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp oil
- 3/4 cup warm water
- 2 tbsp ghee or butter, for brushing
Instructions
- Mix the flour, salt and oil. Add the water gradually and knead 5 minutes into a soft, smooth dough.
- Cover and rest 20 minutes.
- Divide into 8 balls and roll each into a thin 6 to 7 inch circle, dusting with flour.
- Cook in a dry, hot skillet until bubbles form, about 30 seconds. Flip and cook 30 seconds, then press gently with a folded towel so it puffs.
- Brush with ghee and stack in a towel-lined container to stay soft.
Notes: Resting the dough makes it much easier to roll thin and gives a softer chapati. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
Calories are an estimate per serving, worked out from the listed ingredients. Brands and portions vary.
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