Homemade Rumali Roti

Ingredients

• 2 cups (240g) whole wheat flour 2 cups (240g) whole wheat flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Water, as needed Water, as needed
• Ghee or oil, for cooking Ghee or oil, for cooking

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 150 kcal / 628 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 2g, 0.3g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 30g, 0.5g
• Protein: 5g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 0.3g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour and salt.
2. 2.
   Gradually add water to the flour mixture and knead until a soft and pliable dough is formed. The dough should not be too sticky or too dry.
3. 3.
   Divide the dough into small balls and cover them with a damp cloth. Let the dough rest for 15-20 minutes.
4. 4.
   Take one dough ball and roll it out into a thin circle on a lightly floured surface. The circle should be approximately 10-12 inches in diameter.
5. 5.
   Heat a tawa or griddle over medium-high heat. Place the rolled-out roti on the hot tawa and cook for about 30 seconds or until small bubbles start to appear.
6. 6.
   Flip the roti and cook the other side for another 30 seconds. Brush the cooked side with ghee or oil.
7. 7.
   Flip the roti again and cook for a few more seconds until it puffs up and develops light brown spots.
8. 8.
   Remove the cooked roti from the tawa and place it on a plate. Repeat the process with the remaining dough balls.
9. 9.
   Serve the Rumali Roti hot with your favorite curries or dishes.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Whole wheat flour — Use fresh and good quality whole wheat flour for the best results. If the dough feels too dry, add a little more water. If it feels too sticky, sprinkle some flour while kneading.

Tips & Tricks

• Resting the dough allows the gluten to relax, making it easier to roll out the roti.
• Roll the roti as thin as possible to achieve the desired texture.
• Brushing the cooked roti with ghee or oil adds flavor and prevents it from drying out.
• If you prefer a softer roti, cover the cooked rotis with a clean cloth to keep them warm and moist.
• Experiment with different fillings or spices to create variations of Rumali Roti.

Serving advice

Serve the hot Rumali Roti with your favorite curries, such as butter chicken, paneer tikka masala, or chana masala. Tear the roti into smaller pieces and use it to scoop up the delicious flavors.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, fold the Rumali Roti into quarters or roll it up like a wrap. Place it on a serving platter or basket lined with a clean cloth for an authentic touch.