Tree Nut Free Vegan Roti (Chapati)
Soft, chewy, 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. Just whole wheat flour, salt, oil, and warm water come together into a pillowy dough that kneads up beautifully and rests into something genuinely satisfying to roll and cook. The real magic happens when the roti hits the open flame — it puffs up dramatically, creating those light, airy layers that make every bite tender rather than dense. A light brush of vegan butter at the end is optional but absolutely worth it for that glossy, fragrant finish. Since the ingredient list is so clean and straightforward, there's no need to scan labels or worry about hidden additives sneaking in from a packaged product. This is the kind of recipe that connects you to a long tradition of hand-made bread while being completely approachable for a weeknight dinner. Serve it fresh off the flame alongside curries, dals, or anything saucy — it's the perfect edible scoop.
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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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