administratorIn Indian cuisine, various types of breads, flatbreads, and pancakes are very popular. They are often used as a utensil or base for dishes, or for dipping into sauces. Their use is very versatile. The best part is that they are quick and simple to make, and very affordable.
On my blog, there is already a recipe for another Indian bread — naan. Unlike naan, chapati is a thinner flatbread, similar to a lightly crispy pancake.
Ingredients (makes about 8 chapatis)
- 250 g whole wheat flour, or special chapati flour
- ½ to 1 cup water
- Oil for cooking
Preparation
Make the dough
Gradually add water to the flour and knead to form a soft, elastic dough that does not stick to your hands.
Shape the chapati
Divide the dough into 8 balls. Lightly flour your work surface (using the same flour) and roll each ball into a disc about 1 mm thick.
Cook
Heat a small amount of oil in a pan over medium to high heat. Cook the flatbreads on both sides for about 30 seconds each, until bubbles appear and the surface is lightly browned.
Serve alongside Indian dishes, such as butter chicken, for dipping into the sauce.
