Ingredients
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Fresh methi (fenugreek) leaves – 1 cup (finely chopped)
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Whole wheat flour (atta) – 2 cups
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Turmeric powder – ¼ tsp
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Red chili powder – ½ tsp (adjust to taste)
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Ajwain (carom seeds) – ½ tsp (optional)
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Ginger paste – 1 tsp
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Salt – to taste
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Oil or ghee – 2 tsp (for dough + extra for cooking)
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Water – as needed to knead the dough
Instructions
Step 1: Clean and Prep Methi
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Wash methi leaves thoroughly to remove dirt.
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Finely chop the leaves and sprinkle some salt on them.
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Let it sit for 10 mins, then lightly squeeze to remove bitterness (optional step).
Step 2: Make Dough
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In a large bowl, add wheat flour, chopped methi leaves, turmeric, red chili powder, ajwain, ginger paste, and salt.
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Mix well.
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Add 2 tsp oil and start kneading by slowly adding water little by little.
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Knead into a smooth, soft dough.
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Cover and let it rest for 15–20 minutes.
Step 3: Roll the Chapathis
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Divide dough into equal-sized balls.
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Dust with flour and roll into medium-thin round chapathis.
Step 4: Cook on Tawa
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Heat a tawa (griddle) on medium flame.
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Place the rolled chapathi on the hot tawa.
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Cook both sides until golden spots appear, applying oil or ghee as needed.