Chapatis
- 1 batch Basic Whole Wheat Dough (Atta)
- 1/2 cup (125 mL) chapati flour (atta)
- 4 tsp (20 mL) vegetable oil or melted butter
- On a clean surface, knead dough for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Roll into a 1 1/2-inch (4 cm) thick rope.
- Pinch off 1-inch (5 cm) sections and roll into small balls.
- Place on a plate and cover with a damp cloth.
- Heat a dry griddle or heavy skillet over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes.
- Keep chapati flour in a small dish nearby.
- Sprinkle generous pinch on work surface and spread into a circle with your hand.
- Flatten ball of dough between your palms to 1/2-inch (1 cm) thick circle.
- Place on work surface and use rolling pin to roll into 7- to 8-inch (5 cm to 20 cm) circle (chapati).
- Lift a few times while rolling, sprinkling with just a hint of flour so chapati does not stick to surface.
- Place chapati on hot dry griddle and cook for 1 minute Flip and make sure some brown spots have appeared on cooked surface.
- If not, increase heat slightly.
- Cook second side for 30 to 40 seconds, pressing down on edges with crumpled paper towel.
- There should be a few brown spots on both sides.
- Transfer to a piece of foil or a dish towel and rub surface quickly with 1/4 tsp (1 mL) oil.
- Repeat with remaining dough, keeping cooked chapatis covered and warm.
batch, chapati flour, vegetable oil
Taken from www.cookstr.com/recipes/chapatis-2 (may not work)