The Process of making delicious vegan roti
The Process of making delicious vegan roti

Roti is an unleavened flatbread made of atta flour – the softest lovely flour in the world! IMHO. This recipe is so easy to make and just fun. Watching the roti puff up is a sight to see. It’s best to use a flame at the end vs a pan to finish the delicious vegan roti. It can be cooked completely in a pan, you might just not get all the beautiful air pockets that make it so unique.
I love my roti as a great vehicle to dip and devour food such as dahl or curry.

What will you need to make this Vegan Roti Recipe

  • 10 oz (285 g) atta flour
  • 1 teaspoon oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 7 1/2 oz water
  • Flour for rolling
  • Melted plant-based butter for brushing

How to make this Delicious Vegan Roti Recipe

  1. Combine the flour, oil, and salt in a bowl.
  2. Add water and mix
  3. Knead the dough until it is smooth and not sticky.
  4. If you must add flour or water to get the right texture, do it in small increments.
  5. Divide your dough into 10 equal pieces and roll each into a smooth ball.
  6. Cover with a clean towel and let rest.
  7. When you are ready to cook…. sprinkle a little extra flour on your work surface
  8. Take each ball, flatten it with your hand and lightly cover in the flour.
  9. Roll out into a roundish shape.
  10. Using a hot pan, place the roti in the heat and let it cook till it starts to bubble.
  11. Then move it to the flame and let it bubble and continue to cook. Cook both sides. This is a very short process. It’s okay if you get a bit of char, that’s what gives it such awesome flavour.
  12. An option is to brush them with a bit of melted butter after they are cooked. I skip this step.
  13. Continue to cook the extra balls of dough and place the finished roti in an oven-proof dish covered with a damp tea towel and place in the warm oven till you are ready to eat.
OK, cooking over the flame is just pure fun!
OK, cooking over the flame is just pure fun!
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