Chapathi (Phulka)

for 4, serving 1 or 2 chapathis

* 1 cup wheat flour (or 1/2 white +1/2 whole wheat)
* 1/ 2 cup Water

Put our in a large bowl with half the water. Blend the two together until it holds. Beat and knead well until it forms a compact ball. Knead dough until it is smooth and elastic. Set aside for 30 minutes. Knead and divide dough into 4 to 6 parts. Roll each ball into a circle about 1/2 cm thick.

Heat an ungreased skillet(tava). Put chapati on it, and let it cook for about 1 minute (The top should just start to look dry and small bubbles should just start to form). Turn and cook the second side for 2 3 minutes until small bubbles form. Turn again and cook the rst side pressed lightly with a towel. It should puff. Serve warm.

Here's a variation to the normal Chapathi just to spice things up a bit!

Spicy Chapathi

* 4-5 Chapatis
* Oil to fry
* Salt to taste
* Red Chilli powder
* Chat masala

Cut the chapatis into long strips. (Use a pair of scissors). Fry them in oil till deep brown. Lay these fried strips on tissue paper. Apply salt, chilli powder and chat masala to these strips. You can also use grated cheese. Serve with tomato sauce. Serve hot.