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Chapati / Phulka (Plain Roti)
Serves 4 · Total 50 min · Prep 30 min · Cook 20 min
The everyday plain wheat roti of Pakistani homes: a soft whole-wheat dough rolled thin and cooked on a hot tawa, then puffed over the flame as a phulka. Needs only atta, water and salt.
Quick answer: 50 min in total · serves 4 · main ingredients: Wheat flour, Salt · amounts in metric and US
Ingredients
- 300 g 2.25 cup Wheat flour
- 0.5 tsp 0.5 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp 1 tsp Clarified butter (Optional)
Steps
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- Mix the atta and salt, add warm water little by little and knead for 8 to 10 minutes into a soft, smooth dough (about 180 ml or 3/4 cup water).⏱ Kneading · 10 min
- Cover the dough with a damp cloth and rest for 20 minutes.⏱ Resting · 20 min
- Divide into 8 balls, dust each in dry atta and roll into thin rounds about 15 cm (6 inches) wide.
- Cook each roti on a hot tawa for about 30 seconds a side, then lift it onto a medium flame (or press the edges with a cloth) to puff. Brush with a little ghee and stack in a cloth.⏱ Cooking the rotis · 10 min
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Chapati / Phulka (Plain Roti) take?
50 minutes in total: about 30 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of cooking.
Is Chapati / Phulka (Plain Roti) hard to make?
Degchi rates it medium. The method has 4 steps, and 3 of them have a timer you can start on this page.
How many people does Chapati / Phulka (Plain Roti) serve?
This recipe serves 4. Use the toggle above the ingredient list to see the amounts in metric or US measures. For more or fewer portions, scale every amount in the same proportion, or use the servings control in the Degchi app.
Is Chapati / Phulka (Plain Roti) halal, vegetarian or eggless?
It is marked halal in our recipe data. It is vegetarian. It has no egg. It has no beef. Check the labels on any packaged ingredients for your own needs.
What will I probably need to buy for Chapati / Phulka (Plain Roti)?
Everyday staples that Degchi counts as pantry basics: salt. Lentils, grains and other dry goods: wheat flour.
Any tips for making Chapati / Phulka (Plain Roti)?
Warm water gives a softer roti than cold water. If the roti will not puff, the tawa is too cool or the roti was rolled unevenly.
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Cooking terms in this recipe: Atta
