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Bajra Roti

Bajra roti is a wholesome Indian flatbread made from pearl millet flour. It is gluten-free, rich in fiber, and perfect for a healthy everyday meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 rotis
Course: Bread, Dinner, lunch
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 190

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 cup bajra flour (pearl millet flour)
  • 1/4 tsp salt adjust to taste
  • 3/4 cup hot water for kneading
  • dry flour for dusting

Equipment

  • Rolling Pin
  • Tawa
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Add bajra flour and salt to a mixing bowl.
  2. Pour hot water slowly and mix with a spoon first, then knead with your hands into a soft dough.
  3. Divide the dough into 2 equal balls.
  4. Dust the surface with a little dry bajra flour and gently press the dough ball using your palms to flatten. You can use a rolling pin lightly if needed.
  5. Heat a tawa on medium flame. Lift the roti carefully and place it on the hot tawa.
  6. Cook for 30–40 seconds until small bubbles appear. Flip and cook the other side.
  7. Press gently with a cloth or spatula to help it puff. Cook until both sides have brown spots.
  8. Serve hot with curd, sabzi, or dal.

Notes

Use hot water for soft, pliable dough. Bajra flour has no gluten, so handle the roti gently while lifting.