Pol Roti (Coconut Roti/Indian Flatbread)

1. 1

   In a bowl, mix together the flour, coconut and salt.

2. 2

   Add some water.

3. 3

   Grease your palm with a little butter.

4. 4

   Then, mix the batter well to form a dough.

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   (The idea behind greasing your palms is to avoid the batter from sticking to your palms).

6. 6

   Add chillies and onions.

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   Mix well.

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   Divide the dough into 6-8 equal sized balls.

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   Then, using a rolling pin, on a floured board, roll out each ball into a round roti.

10. 10

    Heat a flat pan (tawa).

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    Put the roti on it in the middle of the pan.

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    When one side is cooked, turn it and cook the other side until light brown specs appear on either side.

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    Remove from pan.

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    Serve hot with Pol Sambhar (recipe posted separately).

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.