Roti
Soft, puffy wholemeal flatbreads cooked on a dry pan, the everyday bread for scooping up curry.
- Time30 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £0.21 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Mix the flour and salt in a bowl. Add the water a little at a time and mix to a soft dough.
- 2
Knead for 5 minutes until smooth, then rub with the oil. Cover and rest for 20 minutes.
20 min - 3
Divide into 12 balls. Roll each in flour and then roll out into a thin circle about 15cm across.
- 4
Heat a dry frying pan or tava over a high heat. Cook a roti for 30 seconds until bubbles appear, then flip.
- 5
Cook the other side for 30 seconds, then press the edges gently with a clean cloth to help it puff up. Keep warm wrapped in a tea towel while you cook the rest.
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.