How To Prepare Carrot Chapati - Ugandan Food - Mom's Village Kitchen - African Food

whole wheat flour

🥗Healthier: oat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Oat flour is gluten-free and adds a nutty flavor.

carrots

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: sweet potato

Zucchini provides moisture while sweet potato adds sweetness.

oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Olive oil is healthier but may be more expensive.

cumin seeds

🥗Healthier: ground cumin

💰Cheaper: coriander seeds

Ground cumin is more convenient, while coriander seeds are often less expensive.

Grate the carrots and set aside.

Mix whole wheat flour, salt, and baking powder in a bowl.

Add grated carrots to the flour mixture and combine well.

Add water gradually and knead until a smooth dough forms.

Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 20 minutes.

Divide the dough into equal portions and roll each into a ball.

Flatten each ball and roll it out into a thin circle.

Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a little oil.

Cook each chapati for 1-2 minutes on each side until golden brown.

Brush with oil if desired and keep warm in a towel until serving.

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