3 Ingredient Kerala Pathiri, A Simple Rice Flour Roti

By Shireen Jamooji

Kerala pathiri is a traditional flatbread from the South Indian state of Kerala. It's lighter than a traditional roti and very thin. With only a few ingredients and less oil, it's the perfect healthy daily bread substitute.

Ingredients

1 cup Rice Flour + extra for dusting 1 cup + 2 tablespoons Water ½ teaspoon Oil

Step 1

In a kadai add oil and water and bring it to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat and gradually add rice flour, stirring continuously.

Step 2

Turn off the heat. Cover the mixture and let it cool. When still slightly warm, knead the mixture until it forms a soft, pliable dough. 

Step 3

Divide into 10 equal portions and shape into round balls. Take a dough portion, coat it with flour and roll it into a disc.

Step 4

Heat a non-stick tawa or griddle over medium heat. Place the rolled circle on it and cook for 30-40 seconds.

Step 5

Flip and cook for another 20-30 seconds until light brown spots appear. Flip again and cook until it puffs up. Serve warm.