Akki Roti

Akki Roti is a traditional South Indian rice flour flatbread that is both hearty and wholesome. Packed with vegetables and spices, it makes for a deliciously nutritious breakfast option.

Ingredients

• Rice flour - 200 grams
• Water - 180 ml
• Carrot, grated - 50 grams
• Onion, finely chopped - 50 grams
• Coriander leaves, chopped - 2 tablespoons
• Green chili, finely chopped - 1 (adjust to taste)
• Cumin seeds - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Oil - for cooking

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine rice flour, grated carrot, chopped onion, coriander leaves, green chili, cumin seeds, and salt.
2. Gradually add water to the mixture and knead to form a soft dough. Adjust water as necessary to achieve a pliable consistency.
3. Divide the dough into two equal portions and shape each portion into a ball.
4. Take a ball of dough and flatten it into a disc on a parchment paper or a clean surface, about 1/4 inch thick.
5. Heat a non-stick skillet or tawa over medium heat and add a few drops of oil.
6. Carefully transfer the flattened dough to the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on one side until golden brown and cooked through.
7. Flip the roti, add a little oil around the edges, and cook for another 3-4 minutes on the other side.
8. Repeat the process with the second portion of dough.
9. Serve hot with chutney or yogurt.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 4 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
• Water: 0.18 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in carbohydrates, providing energy for the day.
• Contains dietary fiber from vegetables, aiding digestion.

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