Gut Friendly Vegan Roti (Chapati)
Soft, warm, and made with just a handful of pantry staples, this flatbread is the kind of recipe that feels almost too simple to be this satisfying. Whole wheat flour is the backbone here, bringing along fiber and nutrients that make it a genuinely gut-supportive choice compared to refined flour alternatives. The dough comes together with oil, salt, and warm water — nothing processed, nothing hidden — so you know exactly what you're putting on the table. Kneading develops just enough structure to give each round that signature chew, while the resting period lets the gluten relax so rolling is effortless. The real magic happens when the roti hits the flame and puffs up dramatically, creating those soft, layered folds that are perfect for scooping, wrapping, or eating plain with a swipe of vegan butter. Because the ingredient list is so clean and short, this is an easy win for anyone trying to keep their meals simple and digestible without sacrificing any comfort.
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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.
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