Roti

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.