Jowar Roti
Discover the wholesome goodness of **Jowar Roti**, a traditional Indian flatbread made with nutrient-rich **jowar (sorghum) flour**. This gluten-free delicacy is soft, tender, and incredibly satisfying, with a subtle nutty flavor that pairs beautifully with curries, chutneys, or even a dollop of ghee. Crafted with just three simple ingredients—**jowar flour, warm water, and salt**—this recipe is a healthy, vegan-friendly option that’s naturally free of additives. The preparation involves creating a pliable dough, rolling out thin rotis, and cooking them on a hot skillet until perfectly golden—an authentic technique that yields rustic charm in every bite. Whether you're exploring traditional **Indian cuisine** or looking for an easy, wholesome bread alternative, Jowar Roti is sure to delight your taste buds while boosting your nutritional intake. Perfect for weeknight meals or special occasions, serve these rotis warm and watch them become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Jowar (sorghum) flour
- 1 cup Warm water
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of Jowar flour and 0.5 teaspoon of salt.
Gradually add 1 cup of warm water to the flour mixture, mixing it with your hands to form a soft dough. The dough should be pliable and not sticky. Adjust the water quantity as necessary.
Divide the dough into 8 equal portions and roll each portion into a ball.
To shape the roti, place one dough ball between two sheets of plastic or parchment paper.
Using a rolling pin, gently roll out the dough into a circle about 6 inches in diameter, keeping the thickness even.
Heat a non-stick tawa or skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Carefully peel the roti off the paper and place it onto the hot skillet.
Cook the roti for about 30-45 seconds, or until the bottom begins to show brown spots.
Flip the roti using a flat spatula and allow the other side to cook for another 30-45 seconds.
Press the edges gently with a clean cloth or spatula to help it puff up.
Once both sides have golden brown spots and the roti is cooked through, remove it from the skillet and place it in a clean kitchen towel to keep warm.
Repeat the rolling and cooking process with the remaining dough balls.
Serve the Jowar roti warm with your favorite curry or side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
822 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.8 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1185 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 181.5 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.8 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.0 g | ||
| Protein | 26.5 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 32 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 908 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
