Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
1.5 cup

cornflour

0.5 cup

whole wheat flour

6 tbsp

butter

melted

1 pinch

salt

1 cup

water

lukewarm

Step 1
~2 min

In a bowl, combine cornflour, whole wheat flour, and salt.

Step 2
~2 min

Gradually add lukewarm water and knead to form a medium-soft dough.

Step 3
~2 min

Divide the dough into 8 equal portions.

Step 4
~2 min

Place a portion of dough between two sheets of wet polythene or inside a large Ziploc bag.

Step 5
~2 min

Using a rolling pin, flatten the dough into a 5-inch diameter circle.

Key Technique: Rolling
Step 6
~2 min

Heat a griddle (tawa) over medium heat.

Step 7
~2 min

Spread 1 teaspoon of butter on the hot griddle.

Step 8
~2 min

Carefully place the flattened roti on the griddle.

Step 9
~2 min

Spread a little oil on the edges of the roti.

Step 10
~2 min

Cook for about 1 minute on the first side.

Step 11
~2 min

Flip the roti and apply a little oil on top.

Step 12
~2 min

Cook for another minute on the other side.

Step 13
~2 min

Roast the roti on both sides until golden brown spots appear.

Step 14
~2 min

Remove from the griddle.

Step 15
~2 min

Serve hot with Sarson Ka Saag.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Knead the dough well for a softer roti.

Use a non-stick griddle to prevent sticking.

Adjust the amount of water to achieve the right dough consistency.

Serve immediately for the best taste and texture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be prepared a few hours in advance and stored in the refrigerator.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate (buttery and earthy)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with Sarson Ka Saag

Serve with butter or ghee

Serve with yogurt and pickle

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Sarson ka saag
Dal makhani
Chole

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Punjab, India

Cultural Significance

A staple food in North Indian cuisine, especially during winter months.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Lohri
Makar Sankranti

Occasion Tags

Winter
Dinner
Lunch

Popularity Score

65/100

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