6 Gluten-Free Alternative Flatbreads To Wheat Rotis

By Devi Poojari

July 19, 2023

Suffering from discomfort or bloating due to your body not being able to process gluten? Here are six healthy and delicious alternatives to consider eating with your sabzi and dal.

JOWAR BHAKRI

A popular staple in Maharashtrian homes, this bhakri makes for a great roti alternative for staple meals.

PANGI

A steamed, Moorish flatbread made with rice flour, the pangi pairs excellently with spicy curries and stews.

AKKI ROTI

A flattened rice dough, flavoured with chillies and onions, cooked on banana leaves, the akki roti is great to enjoy on it’s own or with chutneys and pickles.

TANDLACHI BHAKRI

A Konkani preparation of soft, fluffy breads made with steamed rice flour, the bhakri is light on the stomach and goes with pretty much all kinds of accompaniments.

PATHIRI

A Malabari flatbread made with rice flour and coconut milk, the pathiri is a deliciously pliable accompaniment to stews and dry preparations.

MAKKI KI ROTI

A Punjabi winter staple, makki ki rotis can also be consumed regularly, with gravy dishes as well as dals.