After our gluten-free chapati, we bring you another alternative to the classic Indian one rotis bread. Say hello to avocado chapati! This recipe is great if you want more nutritious rotiand are not allergic to gluten.
Our avocado chapatis are, by the way completely vegan, so most of you can enjoy them regardless of your food allergies. Our dear gluten-free readers can check out our other recipe instead.
Avocado is so wonderful. It is one of the few fruits that is high in protein and is a good source of plant food Omega 3 fats. It’s also bursting with valuable antioxidants, vitamins, and fiber. Thanks to its creaminess, avocado is a great substitute for butter and a binder for dough. So why not use it in bread? Well we do here!
Adding avocado to chapati bread is a surefire way to improve roti’s otherwise lackluster nutritional profile. After all, classic chapati consists only of water and flour. By testing different ratios of solid to liquid ingredients, we found the perfect blend to make this avocado chapati as stretchy as the original, but tastier (and greener!).
A tangible benefit of eating avocado over regular chapati is the increased fiber consumption. One hundred grams of avocado has twice as many fibers than an equal weight of plain flour. It’s good to eat more fiber because you’ll feel fuller and fuller for longer and eat less — a great virtue for those on a diet. Just one of our avocado chapatis has 16% RDI of fiber!
Finally, we used a special blend of Indian spices to add super flavor to our roti. Now you can enjoy these flatbreads on their own with a little oil and salt or with your favorite Indian dish like classic chapati.
frequently asked Questions
Is chapati vegan?
Yes, Indian chapati bread is suitable for vegans as it is made with only two ingredients: flour and water.
However, the classic recipe often involves brushing these flatbreads with ghee before serving. A type of clarified butter, ghee is a traditional Indian ingredient often used as a cooking oil. It is made by melting the butter and then removing the milk solids.
To keep your chapatis dairy-free and 100% vegan, you can brush them with vegetable oil like canola, avocado, olive, or coconut oil instead of using ghee.
How do I keep these avocado chapatis soft?
You can keep these homemade chapatis fresh for up to a week. Brush with a little oil after cooking, then wrap in foil and store in an airtight container. When ready to eat, spray the top of the flatbreads with water, then reheat in the microwave or a skillet.
Alternatively, you can freeze them for 2-4 months.
It’s also a good idea to make a large batch of these avocado flatbreads and then freeze the unbaked, rolled-out discs. When you are ready to eat, all you have to do is take them out of the freezer and quickly prepare them in a pan according to our recipe.
So you have freshly made, soft chapatis every time.
What do you serve with chapati?
Chapatis are a staple in Indian cuisine, often accompanying curries, chutneys and dal dishes.
If you’re looking for inspiration, here are some tasty ideas for you: