Roti / Chapati Flatbread

Step 1: Combine & knead

  • Roti dough

    • whole wheat flour
      100 g
    • bread flour
      , or all-purpose
      75 g
    • salt
      , optional
      3 g
    • water
      , hot or boiling
      130 g

Add the flours, salt, and boiling water to the bowl along with the water. Mix the dough with a spoon until it becomes a cohesive mass.

Using your knuckles, the dough for 6-8 minutes then roll into a ball.

  • A tip here is to dip your hand in the water to prevent sticking and incorporate a bit more water into the dough.

To see if you are done kneading, perform the .

After kneading you have three options:

  1. Portion and roll out right away.
  2. Cover with plastic wrap and let at room temp for .5 to 3 hours. This will allow the dough to relax.
  3. Cover and store in the fridge (up to a few days) until you are ready to cook.
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