Besan ki Roti Recipe

Village style Besan ki roti is a simple and light food but purely delicious and tempting! Here's a quick besan ki roti recipe:

Besan ki roti is versatile and can be enjoyed throughout the day, depending on personal preferences and dietary needs. Its nutritious content and flavorful taste make it a beloved choice for many Asian households.

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Ingredients

Atta 11/3 Cups
Besan 1 Cup
Salt 1 teaspoon
Red Chili Powder 1 teaspoon
Turmeric Powder ½ teaspoon
Crushed (Coriander + Cumin) 2 tablespoon
Chopped Cilantro 2 tablespoon
Chopped Green Chilies 1 tablespoon
Ghee/Oil

Instructions

In a bowl, add atta

Add besan

Add all the spices

Also add cilantro and green chillies

Gradually add water

And knead the dough

Make small size pera, sprinkle flour on it and roll it thin into a round circle.

Heat Tawa, put besan ki roti on a tawa and cook few seconds from one side.

Change side and apply ghee/oil, flip it and apply ghee/oil on the other side too. Cook on both sides. Serve with butter and raita.

Substitutions

Instead of using ghee or oil for cooking the roti, you can use butter, coconut oil, or any other cooking oil of your choice.

Variations

Incorporate finely chopped fresh mint leaves (pudina) into the besan ki roti recipe. Mint adds a refreshing flavor and complements the chickpea flour well.

Storage

Besan ki roti is best enjoyed fresh and hot off the griddle. but you can store it in the refrigerator for upto 2-3 days.

Top tip

The dough should be soft, smooth, and pliable. Add water gradually while kneading to achieve the right texture. The dough should neither be too dry nor too sticky.