About
Besan Roti is a type of Indian flatbread made with chickpea flour (besan). It is a popular dish in North India and is usually served with a variety of curries and vegetables. The dough is made with besan, water, and salt and is then rolled out into thin circles and cooked on a hot griddle. Wheat flour may be added to hold the dough together. The roti is usually served hot and can be eaten with pickles, chutneys, and other accompaniments.
Macronutrients Breakdown
Proteins
6.7
Fats
28.4
Carbs
11.8
Fibre
4.8
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Recipe
Ingredients
whole wheat flour
2 cups
besan (gram flour)
1 cup
salt
1 teaspoon
oil
2 tablespoons
cumin seeds
1 teaspoon
ajwain (carom seeds)
1 teaspoon
red chilli powder
1 teaspoon
turmeric powder
1/2 teaspoon
garam masala
1/2 teaspoon
warm water
1/2 cup
ghee or butter
2 tablespoons
Directions
Step 1:
In a large bowl, mix together the whole wheat flour, besan, salt, oil, cumin seeds, ajwain, red chilli powder, turmeric powder, and garam masala.
Step 2:
Add the warm water and mix until a soft dough forms. Knead the dough for 5 minutes until it is smooth and pliable.
Step 3:
Divide the dough into 8 equal portions and roll each portion into a ball.
Step 4:
Heat a griddle or tawa over medium heat.
Step 5:
Take one ball of dough and roll it out into a thin circle.
Step 6:
Place the roti on the griddle and cook for 1-2 minutes until the bottom is lightly browned.
Step 7:
Flip the roti and cook the other side for 1-2 minutes.
Step 8:
Brush the top of the roti with ghee or butter and cook for another minute.
Step 9:
Remove the roti from the griddle and serve hot.
Did you know?
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Where was it consumed the most?
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How many users have tracked it?
We've got some serious foodies in our community! 11069 users have chowed down on Besan Roti a whopping 23343 times.
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