Methi Thepla Roll

Methi Thepla Roll is a flavorful Indian flatbread made with fresh fenugreek leaves and spices, rolled up with a stuffing of your choice for a delightful breakfast. It's nutritious, easy to make, and perfect for a hearty start to your day.

Ingredients

• Whole wheat flour - 1 cup (120g)
• Fresh fenugreek leaves (methi) - 1/2 cup, chopped (30g)
• Yogurt - 1/4 cup (60g)
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Red chili powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cumin powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Oil - 2 tablespoons (30ml)
• Water - as needed (approximately 1/4 cup or 60ml)
• Stuffing of choice (e.g., grated paneer, spiced potatoes) - 1 cup (150g)

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine whole wheat flour, chopped fenugreek leaves, yogurt, turmeric powder, red chili powder, cumin powder, and salt.
2. Gradually add water and knead into a soft dough. Cover and let it rest for 10 minutes.
3. After resting, divide the dough into equal portions and roll each portion into a ball.
4. Dust a rolling surface with flour and roll each ball into a thin circle.
5. Heat a tava or non-stick skillet over medium heat. Place the rolled dough onto the hot skillet.
6. Cook for about 1-2 minutes until small bubbles form, then flip and apply a little oil on the cooked side.
7. Cook the second side for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown, then remove from the skillet.
8. Repeat the process for the remaining dough balls.
9. Once all the theplas are cooked, place your desired stuffing in the center of each thepla and roll it up tightly.
10. Serve warm with yogurt or pickle.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.15 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in dietary fiber which aids digestion.
• Fenugreek leaves are known for their anti-inflammatory properties.

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