Best Easy Nachni Roti Recipe

Nachni Roti is a traditional Indian flatbread that's a healthy, whole-grain staple of everyday meals. This simple vegetarian bread is low in calories and the perfect family dinner accompaniment to any curry.

Cook 25 min Difficulty EASY 120 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • Ragi flour (finger millet flour) 2 cups
  • Warm water 1 cup
Seasonings/Sauce
  • Salt 0.5 tsp
  • Oil 2 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 22 g 73%
Protein 3 g 10%
Fat 2 g 17%
Serving size 60g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    In a large bowl, mix 2 cups of ragi flour with 0.5 tsp salt. Gradually add warm water while mixing to form a soft, pliable dough. Knead thoroughly for 3-4 minutes to ensure smoothness.

  2. 2

    Divide the dough into 6 equal portions and roll each portion into a ball. Cover with a damp cloth and let rest for 10 minutes to prevent drying out.

  3. 3

    On a flat surface, dust lightly with ragi flour. Flatten each dough ball by hand, then carefully roll out into 6-inch round rotis using a rolling pin, ensuring even thinness throughout.

  4. 4

    Heat a skillet (tawa) over medium heat until hot. Place one roti onto the skillet, cook for 40-45 seconds or until small bubbles appear, then flip using a spatula.

  5. 5

    Apply a few drops of oil to the flipped side, cook for another 30-40 seconds with light pressing for even cooking. Flip again, brush lightly with oil, and cook the second side briefly until brown spots appear but the bread remains soft. Repeat for all rotis.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
The key ingredient in Nachni Roti is ragi flour (finger millet flour). This whole-grain flour gives the bread its distinct earthy flavor, dense yet soft texture, and notable nutritional benefits such as fiber, calcium, and complex carbohydrates.
Q. What cooking steps ensure soft and pliable rotis?
Allowing the dough to rest under a damp cloth helps keep it moist and workable, while using medium heat on the skillet ensures gentle cooking. Pressing lightly with a spatula as described in steps 4 and 5 prevents the rotis from becoming too dry or hard.
Q. How can I avoid cracking the rotis during rolling?
To prevent cracks, make sure the dough is well-kneaded and soft. Dust lightly with flour as you roll, work gently, and avoid making the rotis too thin. Keeping dough balls covered also prevents them from drying out while rolling.
Q. How many calories are in each Nachni Roti, and what is its main macronutrient?
Each Nachni Roti serving contains about 120 kcal. Carbohydrates are the main macronutrient, providing 22g per serving (about 73% of the total calorie content), making it a wholesome addition to balanced meals.
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