Okay, so I’ve been trying to figure out this whole gluten-free thing, right? And rotis are a staple in my house. I mean, who doesn’t love a good roti? But with my new diet, I needed to find a way to make them gluten-free. So, I started my little experiment.
First, I gathered all the ingredients I thought I’d need. I went with a mix of gluten-free flours – some rice flour, a bit of tapioca, and a touch of almond flour just to see what happens. I also grabbed some xanthan gum, because I heard it helps with the texture, making it less crumbly.
Then, I mixed the dry ingredients in a big bowl. I added a pinch of salt for flavor, of course. After that, I slowly added warm water, kneading the dough until it felt just right. It’s kind of like playing with Play-Doh, you know? You just have to feel it out.
Once the dough was ready, I divided it into small balls. Each ball was then rolled out into a thin circle. This part was a bit tricky. Gluten-free dough doesn’t stretch as easily as regular dough, so I had to be extra gentle.
- Mix dry ingredients: rice flour, tapioca flour, almond flour, xanthan gum, salt
- Add warm water gradually
- Knead until smooth dough forms
- Divide dough into small balls
- Roll out each ball into a thin circle
Next, I heated up my trusty old tawa – that’s the flat griddle we use for rotis. I placed each rolled-out roti on the hot surface. I watched them closely, flipping them when I saw bubbles forming and the edges starting to brown. It was pretty satisfying, to be honest.
After cooking, I brushed each roti with a little bit of ghee. This is optional, but I like the flavor it adds. Finally, it was time for the taste test. And guess what? They were pretty darn good! Not exactly like the traditional ones, but definitely a solid gluten-free alternative.
Calorie Check
Now, about those calories. I did a rough calculation, and it seems like each gluten-free roti is around 100-120 calories. It depends on the size and the exact ingredients, but that’s a good ballpark figure. Not bad, right? Especially when I’m trying to keep an eye on my intake.
So, there you have it – my gluten-free roti adventure. It was a bit of trial and error, but I’m happy with how they turned out. Plus, it’s nice to know I can still enjoy my favorite foods without messing up my diet.