Roti is a round flatbread native to the Indian subcontinent made from stoneground whole wheat flour, traditionally known as gehu ka atta, and water that is combined into a dough. Roti is consumed in many countries worldwide. Its defining characteristic is that it is unleavened.
Who invented chapatis?
Some say that Chapati came from the Egyptian Indus Valley civilisation 5000 years ago. Others claim it was founded in East Africa and brought over to India. Traditionally, Chapati is made without salt, giving a bland background to spicy dishes. But, there are many variations of Roti that are found around the world.
Is Chapati Kenyan or Indian?
Chapati [chuh-pah-tee] noun: Pan-grilled unleavened flatbread eaten in India, East Africa, and most of South Asia. Chapati is ubiquitous in Kenya; big golden wedges of this flat, chewy bread were served at almost every meal.