Tandoori Roti Recipe

Time1h

Serves6

Wholewheat bread, delicately charred from the tandoor.

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Ingredients

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1
Make the Dough
In a large bowl, combine whole wheat flour and salt. Mix well. Add yogurt and oil, then gradually pour in water while kneading the mixture until a soft dough forms. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and allow it to rest for at least 30 minutes.
2
Divide the Dough
After resting, knead the dough again for a few minutes. Divide the dough into 6 equal portions and roll each portion into a ball.
3
Roll the Roti
On a lightly floured surface, take one dough ball and flatten it slightly. Using a rolling pin, roll it out into a circle about 6-8 inches in diameter, ensuring it's not too thick.
4
Cook the Roti
Preheat the tandoor or a heavy skillet over high heat. Place the rolled-out dough onto the tandoor's inner wall or the skillet. Cook for 1-2 minutes until you see bubbles forming, then flip and cook for another minute until lightly charred.
5
Serve
Remove the tandoori roti from the tandoor or skillet and brush lightly with melted butter or ghee, if desired. Serve warm.