Jowar Roti

Gluten-free flatbread made with jowar flour, a staple in many parts of India.

Total Time

35 mins

Servings

8

Difficulty

medium

Jowar Roti

Nutritional Information

Calories

110 per roti

Protein

3g

Carbohydrates

22g

Fiber

3g

Fat

2g

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Bilva Naturals Jowar Flour
  • 1 cup hot water (approximately)
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 tbsp oil plus extra for cooking

Instructions

  1. 1In a large bowl, mix jowar flour and salt.
  2. 2Gradually add hot water while mixing with a spoon until it's cool enough to handle.
  3. 3Add 1 tbsp oil and knead into a soft, pliable dough. If the dough feels too dry, add a little more hot water.
  4. 4Cover and let the dough rest for 10 minutes.
  5. 5Divide the dough into 8 equal portions and shape them into balls.
  6. 6Take a ball of dough and flatten it slightly with your palm.
  7. 7Place it between two pieces of plastic wrap or on a damp cloth.
  8. 8Using a rolling pin, gently roll it into a circle about 6 inches in diameter.
  9. 9Heat a tawa or flat pan on medium-high heat.
  10. 10Carefully transfer the roti to the hot tawa.
  11. 11Cook for about 1-2 minutes until bubbles start to form.
  12. 12Flip and cook the other side, pressing gently with a cloth or spatula.
  13. 13Apply a little oil on both sides and cook until golden brown spots appear.
  14. 14Repeat with the remaining dough balls.
  15. 15Serve hot with curry, pickle, or ghee.

Chef's Tips

  • Jowar flour doesn't contain gluten, so the dough can be tricky to handle. Using plastic wrap or a damp cloth helps prevent sticking.
  • The water should be hot but not boiling.
  • If the dough cracks while rolling, it's too dry. Add a little more water and knead again.

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