Indian Chapati Bread Recipe
Learn how to make soft, homemade Indian chapati bread with this easy step-by-step recipe. Perfect as a side for curries, stews, or wraps, this traditional flatbread is made with simple pantry staples and comes together in just 30 minutes.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Wooden spoon
- Rolling pin
- Skillet or tava
- Clean kitchen towel
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup hot water adjust as needed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Measure and assemble all the ingredients for an easy workflow.
- Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, and salt. Gradually add hot water and oil while stirring with a spoon until a dough forms.
- Knead Dough: Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Adjust with flour or water if needed.
- Rest Dough: Divide into 10 equal portions, roll each into a ball, and let them rest for 5 minutes.
- Roll Out Chapatis: Roll each dough ball into a thin round on a floured surface.
- Heat Skillet: Preheat a skillet over medium heat and lightly grease if needed.
- Cook Chapatis: Place a rolled-out chapati on the hot skillet. Cook for 30 seconds or until bubbles form, then flip and cook for another 30 seconds. Flip once more and cook until lightly browned.
- Keep Warm: Wrap cooked chapatis in a clean kitchen towel to keep them soft.
- Serve: Enjoy warm with curries, stews, or as a wrap.
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Notes
- Use hot water to ensure soft chapatis.
- Allow dough to rest for best results.
- Adjust water or flour as needed for the right dough consistency.
- Cook on medium heat for even puffing and browning.
- Brush with ghee or butter for extra flavor.