Authentic Akki Roti Recipe – Crispy Rice Flour Flatbread
Crispy, gluten-free Akki Roti made with rice flour, vegetables, and spices. A traditional Karnataka breakfast that’s easy, healthy, and full of authentic South Indian flavor.
Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
35 min
Serving
6
Difficulty
Easy
INFORMATION ABOUT THE RECIPE
Akki Roti is a classic Karnataka dish made with rice flour, vegetables, and everyday spices. It is naturally gluten-free and cooked on a tawa until golden and crisp. The flavor comes from green chilies, ginger, cumin, and fresh veggies. It can be customized with more vegetables, coconut, or herbs, making it versatile and wholesome.
Ingredients
- Rice Flour Base
- 2 cups rice flour (coarsely ground)
- Vegetables
- 1 cup finely chopped mixed vegetables (carrots, onions, spinach, cilantro)
- Spices & Seasoning
- 1–2 green chilies, finely chopped
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
- A pinch of asafoetida (hing)
- Salt to taste
- Oil for cooking
- Liquid
- 1.5 to 2 cups warm water (as needed)
- Optional Garnish
- Freshly grated coconut
- Ghee or butter for serving
Nutritional Information
- Calories: 170kcal
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Protein: 3g
- Fat: 4g
- Fiber: 3g
- Gluten: 0g (naturally gluten-free)
Directions
1. Prepare the Dough
- Combine rice flour, chopped vegetables, green chilies, ginger, cumin, mustard seeds, hing, and salt in a bowl.
2. Add Water
- Pour warm water gradually and mix until a soft, pliable dough forms. It should be moist but not sticky.
3. Divide the Dough
- Make small lemon-sized balls.
4. Shape the Roti
- Flatten each ball on a greased banana leaf or parchment paper. Spread into a circle about 1/4-inch thick. Create a small center hole to aid cooking.
5. Cook on Tawa
- Heat a tawa and gently transfer the flattened roti. Add a little oil around the edges and center.
6. Crisp It Up
- Cook until edges turn golden and crisp. Flip and cook the other side similarly.
7. Repeat
- Prepare and cook all remaining portions.
8. Serve
- Serve hot with butter, grated coconut, chutney, yogurt, or pickle.
9. TIPS & VARIATIONS
- Adjust water to get a soft but manageable dough.
- Add grated coconut for richer flavor.
- Increase green chilies for a spicier version.
- Add herbs like dill leaves (common Karnataka variation).
- For healthier rotis, mix millet or whole-grain flours with rice flour.
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