🌾 Jowar Roti Recipe | Soft & Healthy Sorghum Flatbread

“Wholesome, soft, and packed with goodness – Jowar Roti is the perfect blend of tradition and health on your plate!”

A beloved millet-based flatbread, Jowar Roti (Sorghum Roti) is a healthy, gluten-free alternative to wheat rotis. Rich in fiber and minerals, it’s perfect for diabetic-friendly and weight-loss meals. When made with the right technique, these rotis turn out soft and beautifully puffed – just like phulkas!

🛒 Ingredients

• Jowar Flour (Sorghum Flour) – 2 cups
• Water – 2 cups
• Salt – to taste
• Ghee – 1 tsp (for dough) + extra for serving

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prepare the Flour Base

• In a heavy-bottomed pan, bring 2 cups of water, salt, and 1 tsp ghee to a bubbling stage.
• Reduce flame to low, add jowar flour in one go, and let it steam for 2–3 minutes.

2. Mix the Dough

• Using a wooden spatula or rolling pin handle, mix until all flour absorbs water and forms a lump-free mass.
• Switch off the flame, cover, and let rest for 10 minutes.

3. Knead to Soft Dough

• Transfer a portion of the warm mixture to a plate.
• Keep a small bowl of water nearby and knead for 4–5 minutes until smooth and soft.
• Repeat for all flour portions, cover, and let rest.

4. Shape the Rotis

• Take a lemon-sized portion, knead again, and dust with jowar flour.
• Flatten with hands and roll gently into a round shape.
• Trim edges with a cookie cutter or lid if you want perfectly round rotis.

5. Cook the Rotis

• Heat a tawa until hot.
• Dust off excess flour and place roti on the tawa.
• When bubbles appear, flip and cook for a few seconds.
• Flip again and gently press with a clean cloth to puff.
• Remove when light brown spots appear.

6. Finish & Serve

• Brush with ghee and serve hot with a spicy vegetable curry or dal.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

• Best paired with Ennai Kathirikai (Stuffed Brinjal Curry)
• Serve with veg kurma, paneer curry, or dal
• For a simple dinner, enjoy with curd and pickle

🌟 Tips & Notes

• Use Hot Water: Makes rotis softer
• Knead While Warm: Easier to roll and shape
• Gentle Pressure: Avoid cracks while rolling
• Beginners Tip: Use a lid/cutter for even round shape
• Puffing Trick: Press lightly with cloth/tissue to puff fully

🥦 Nutritional Highlights

Jowar (Sorghum Flour)

• Gluten-free, ideal for celiac and diabetic diets
• Rich in iron, calcium, and dietary fiber
• Low glycemic index – helps control blood sugar

Ghee

• Improves absorption of fat-soluble vitamins
• Adds flavor and softness

Experience the rustic goodness of soft, fluffy Jowar Rotis — a perfect healthy choice for everyday meals!

🎥 Video Tutorial