Chapati, also known as roti, is the everyday bread of Northern India — simple, wholesome, and deeply rooted in tradition. Made only with flour and water, this unleavened flatbread is cooked on a hot griddle until it puffs up beautifully. Soft, lightly toasted, and subtly nutty in flavor, chapati pairs perfectly with curries, lentils, and spiced vegetables. It’s one of the oldest types of bread in the world — a humble yet essential companion to countless Indian meals.
Bread
Indian
Traditional
Unleavened
Vegan
Chapati
Chapati is a traditional Indian flatbread made with flour and water, cooked on a hot griddle and served warm with curry or vegetables.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour 250 g
- Water 180–240 ml
- Butter or ghee (optional) for brushing
Tools
- Mixing bowl
- Rolling pin
- Iron or clay griddle
- Damp cloth
Instructions
- Place the flour in a large bowl and make a well in the center.
- Gradually add the water and knead until the dough is soft but not sticky.
- Let it rest for 30 minutes, covered with a damp cloth.
- Knead again for about 10 minutes.
- Divide the dough into 10–12 pieces and shape into small balls.
- Roll each ball into a thin round about 12 cm in diameter.
- Heat an iron or clay griddle and cook each chapati until bubbles form.
- Flip and cook the other side until golden.
- Lightly brush with butter or ghee and serve warm.
Nutritional values (per serving)
Calories
130
130
Fat
1.5 g
1.5 g
Carbohydrates
26 g
26 g
Protein
4 g
4 g
Sugar
0.2 g
0.2 g
Fiber
1.8 g
1.8 g
Sodium
50 mg
50 mg
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