Chapati

{"cuisine":"North Indian","mealType":"Main Course","prepTime":"15","cookTime":"10","servings":"2","difficulty":"Medium","healthBenefits":"Rich in complex carbohydrates and dietary fiber, chapati provides sustained energy and supports healthy digestion. Whole-wheat flour also provides plant-based protein, iron, magnesium, and B vitamins.","ingredients":["1 cup whole wheat flour (atta)","½ cup water, or as required","1 teaspoon oil","¼ teaspoon salt","Dry wheat flour for dusting"],"steps":["Add whole wheat flour and salt to a mixing bowl. Gradually add water and knead into a soft, smooth dough.","Add 1 teaspoon oil and knead the dough for another 1–2 minutes until it becomes soft and pliable.","Cover the dough and let it rest for 10–15 minutes.","Divide the dough into equal-sized portions and roll each portion into a smooth ball.","Dust a dough ball with dry wheat flour and roll it into a thin, round chapati.","Heat a tawa over medium-high heat. Place the rolled chapati on the hot tawa and cook until small bubbles appear.","Flip and cook the other side until light brown spots appear. Flip once more and gently press the edges until the chapati puffs up.","Remove from the tawa and serve hot."]}