Methi Jowar Thepla

Methi Jowar Thepla is a flatbread made by kneading jowar flour with fresh fenugreek leaves and spices, then rolled and cooked on a griddle.

Ingredients

IngredientQty.Unit
Jowar Flour (sifted)250Grams
Whole Wheat Flour (sifted)100Grams
Fenugreek Leaves (fresh, washed and chopped)1Bunch
Yogurt (whole milk based)100Grams
Water (adjust as needed for dough consistency)150Milliliters
Ginger (grated)1Inch
Green Chili (finely chopped)2Count
Turmeric Powder1Tsp
Cumin Seeds (lightly crushed)1Tsp
Red Chili Powder1Tsp
Salt (or to taste)1Tsp
Oil (for kneading and cooking)3Tbsp

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine jowar flour, whole wheat flour, fenugreek leaves, yogurt, grated ginger, chopped green chili, turmeric powder, cumin seeds, red chili powder, and salt.
  2. Gradually add water to the mixture and knead into a soft dough. Add 1 tablespoon of oil while kneading to make the dough smooth.
  3. Divide the dough into equal portions and roll each portion into a ball.
  4. Dust a rolling surface with some jowar flour and roll each dough ball into a thin circle, about 6 inches in diameter.
  5. Heat a griddle over medium heat. Place a rolled thepla on the griddle and cook for about 1-2 minutes on each side, applying a little oil until golden brown spots appear.
  6. Repeat the process with the remaining dough balls. Serve hot with yogurt or pickle.

Prep

  • Wash and chop fenugreek leaves in advance.

Kitchen equipment

GriddleRolling Pin