Breads

Daal Roti

Ingredients:

• 1 lbs flour

• 3 teaspoon baking powder

• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric

• 1/2 lbs split peas

• 3 cloves garlic

• 2-3 teaspoon ground cumin

Method:

• Boil split peas with turmeric, salt and garlic. Do NOT allow to get too soft. Firm but soft enough to flatten with your fingers

• Pass through a grinding mill. Make sure there NO whole grains left or these will burst the roti later

• Add zeera and salt to taste

• Knead flour with baking powder and a pinch of salt, to a soft dough. Rub oil over dough and leave to rest. About an hour should do

• Cut dough in to 6-8 pieces

• Shape into balls and leave to rest for 15 mins

• Flatten the ball in your hand and place about 3 tsps. of the peas then make into a ball again

• Heat the baking stone or griddle to no more than medium heat and brush a little vegetable oil on it

• Roll out the dough into 8" circles

• Place the roti on the stone and brush with some of the veg. oil. when its starting to brown turn it over and brush again

• When the other side is starting to brown it should start to swell

• All done

• Enjoy with any curry

• Try Raita with this dish

Serves 6 people - Serve Hot
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes