Indian breads are very different from
the traditional western bread. In northern and central India, people usually
serve meal with Roti, which is flat bread, hand cooked on the tawa. Roti are
usually unleavened but there are variations like naan, bhatura which are
made with yeast. Indian breads are usually made from whole wheat flour. The
flour is doughed and the roti is made in a jiffy. Rotis are usually
complimented with spicy curries and dals.
Delightful Variations:
Flour, water, salt and sometimes oil or" ghee" kneaded and either
dry fried on a" tava" or griddle, deep fried in oil or baked in a "tandoor
"or oven. There are many varieties and these can be eaten plain or
stuffed. Vegetables, minced meat are used as stuffing to make stuffed breads
that are a complete meal in itself and these can be relished with an array
of pickles or chutney. They can also be accompanied by yogurt specially at
breakfast time, to keep you full till lunch time.
