Butter Roti
Indian Indian - Street Food and Snacks

Butter Roti

Est. Time: 20-30 min  •  5 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

Hand-stretched artisan flatbread baked against the searing clay walls of the tandoor, brushed with golden butter and fresh herbs.

Ingredients

  • • 2 cups whole wheat flour
  • • 3/4 cup warm water
  • • 1/2 tsp salt
  • • 2 tbsp oil
  • • 4 tbsp butter, softened

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Knead the flour with the salt, oil, and warm water into a soft dough; rest 15 minutes.

2
Phase 2

Divide into balls and roll each into a thin round.

3
Phase 3

Cook on a very hot tawa, about 30 seconds per side, until both sides are speckled and puffed.

4
Phase 4

Brush generously with softened butter on both sides while still hot.

5
Phase 5

Stack and serve hot straight from the tawa.