Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 cup

Whole Wheat Flour

0.25 cup

Rice Flour

0.25 cup

Gram Flour (besan)

1 cup

Spinach Leaves (Palak)

chopped

1 unit

Onion

finely chopped

1 tsp

Cumin seeds (Jeera)

1 tsp

Turmeric powder (Haldi)

1 tsp

Red Chilli powder

1 tsp

Cumin powder (Jeera)

1 tsp

Salt

1 tbsp

Sunflower Oil

Step 1
~3 min

Combine whole wheat flour, rice flour, gram flour, chopped spinach, finely chopped onion, cumin seeds, turmeric powder, red chili powder, cumin powder, and salt in a bowl.

Step 2
~3 min

Gradually add lukewarm water and knead into a wet, non-sticky dough.

Step 3
~3 min

Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 10 minutes.

Step 4
~3 min

Place a non-stick tawa/skillet on medium heat.

Step 5
~3 min

Place a large piece of plastic or parchment paper on your work surface.

Step 6
~3 min

Grease your palms with oil.

Step 7
~3 min

Pinch a large ball of dough and place it in the center of the parchment or plastic.

Step 8
~3 min

Gently flatten the dough into a hand-patted disc.

Step 9
~3 min

Lift the paper with the roti and carefully place it on the hot skillet, roti-side down.

Step 10
~3 min

Peel off the paper.

Step 11
~3 min

Drizzle a little oil along the edges and in the center of the roti.

Step 12
~3 min

Allow it to sizzle and crisp up.

Step 13
~3 min

Flip the roti over and cook the other side until golden brown patches appear on both sides.

Step 14
~3 min

Remove the thalipeeth from the skillet and add a dollop of butter or ghee.

Step 15
~3 min

Serve immediately with chutney or pickle.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a small amount of yogurt to the dough for a softer thalipeeth.

Use a well-seasoned tawa to prevent sticking.

Serve hot with a dollop of ghee for enhanced flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 mins

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
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot for breakfast or as a snack.

Serve with yogurt, chutney, or pickle.

Pair with a cup of chai or coffee.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Nellikai Pachadi
Lahsun ki Chutney
Yogurt
Pickle

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Maharashtra, India

Cultural Significance

A staple breakfast and snack in Maharashtrian households.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Often made during festivals and special occasions.

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Brunch
Snack
Light Meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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