MSG Free Vegan Roti (Chapati)
Soft, pillowy, and kissed with just the right amount of char, this flatbread is the kind of thing that disappears from the table before anything else does. Made with just whole wheat flour, salt, oil, and warm water, it's about as clean and straightforward as a recipe gets — no additives, no flavor enhancers, no mystery ingredients hiding in a packet. That simplicity is exactly what makes it such a reliable choice when you're being careful about what goes into your food. The technique of finishing each round directly over an open flame is what gives it that dramatic puff and those gorgeous dark spots, turning a humble dough into something that feels almost restaurant-worthy. A light brush of vegan butter at the end adds a subtle richness without complicating the ingredient list. Serve these straight off the heat alongside curries, dals, or anything saucy — they're built for scooping.
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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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