Barley Free Vegan Roti (Chapati)
Soft, pillowy, and kissed with just the right amount of char, this flatbread is the kind of thing you'll want to make on repeat once you realize how simple it actually is. The dough comes together with just whole wheat flour, salt, oil, and warm water — nothing hidden, nothing complicated, and absolutely no grain-based additives that could sneak in unwanted ingredients. Kneading the dough until it's smooth and letting it rest for twenty minutes is the real secret to that tender, flexible texture that tears beautifully and wraps around anything you put next to it. The two-stage cooking method — first on a hot skillet, then directly over an open flame — is what creates those gorgeous puffed bubbles and smoky char spots that make this feel like it came straight out of a restaurant kitchen. A light brush of vegan butter at the end keeps everything warm and glossy while you finish the batch. Stack them under a towel and they stay soft and pliable until you're ready to serve, which makes this a genuinely stress-free addition to any meal.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
4 servings
- 2 cups whole wheat flour, plus more for dusting
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp neutral oil
- ¾ cup warm water, plus more as needed
- 1 tsp vegan butter, for brushing (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Whisk together the whole wheat flour and salt in a large mixing bowl. Add the oil and rub it into the flour with your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse, slightly damp sand.
- 2
Pour in the warm water gradually, stirring with a fork or your hand, until a shaggy dough forms. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5–7 minutes until smooth, soft, and slightly tacky — it should spring back slowly when pressed with a finger. If the dough tears or feels stiff, add water 1 tsp at a time; if it sticks to your hands, dust lightly with flour.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!