Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
0.5 cup

Bajra Flour (Pearl Millet)

0.5 cup

Whole Wheat Flour

1 cup

Kaddu (Parangikai/ Pumpkin)

grated

0.5 tsp

Ginger

crushed

0.5 tsp

Green Chillies

crushed

0.25 tsp

Ajwain (Carom seeds)

0.25 tsp

Turmeric powder (Haldi)

0.25 tsp

Asafoetida (hing)

1 tsp

Lemon juice

2 tbsp

Coriander (Dhania) Leaves

chopped

1 tbsp

Ghee

Step 1
~4 min

In a mixing bowl, combine bajra flour, whole wheat flour, grated pumpkin, crushed ginger, crushed green chilies, ajwain, turmeric powder, asafoetida, lemon juice, and chopped coriander leaves.

Step 2
~4 min

Add water gradually and knead into a soft dough.

Step 3
~4 min

Let the dough rest for 10 minutes.

Step 4
~4 min

Divide the dough into 8 equal portions.

Step 5
~4 min

Sprinkle dry flour on a clean surface and roll each portion into a roti of 5-6 inch diameter.

Step 6
~4 min

Preheat a roti tawa or griddle over medium heat.

Step 7
~4 min

Cook the roti on the preheated tawa for a few seconds on each side, until the rawness disappears.

Step 8
~4 min

Once small bubbles appear, spread ghee on both sides of the roti.

Step 9
~4 min

Cook the roti on both sides until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 10
~4 min

Repeat the process for the remaining roti portions.

Step 11
~4 min

Serve hot with Baingan Bharta, Spicy Paneer Pulao, Punjabi Methi Kadhi, or Urad Dal Raita.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a tablespoon of yogurt to the dough for extra softness.

Adjust the amount of green chilies according to your spice preference.

Roll the roti gently to prevent tearing.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 24 hours.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium (spices)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a dollop of ghee or butter.

Serve with yogurt or raita.

Pair with vegetable curry or dal.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Baingan Bharta
Spicy Paneer Pulao With Vegetables
Punjabi Methi Kadhi Recipe
Urad Dal Raita

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North India

Cultural Significance

Roti is a staple food in North India.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Everyday Meals
Family Meals

Popularity Score

65/100

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