Chapatis

Directions

1. 1
   Sift the flour and salt into a bowl and discard any bran left in the sieve.
2. 2
   Make a well in the center.
3. 3
   Add 3 tbsp cold water and mix.
4. 4
   Stir in enough of the remaining water to make a soft dough.
5. 5
   Knead the dough in the bowl until firm, elastic, and less sticky.
6. 6
   Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel, and let stand about 30 minutes until the dough is a little more firm and less sticky.
7. 7
   Dust your hands with flour.
8. 8
   Divide the dough into 8 balls.
9. 9
   On an unfloured work surface, roll each ball into a round about 7in (18cm) in diameter.
10. 10
    Heat an ungreased frying pan over medium-high heat until hot.
11. 11
    One at a time, cook the chapatis for about 30 seconds on each side, until golden and speckled with brown patches.
12. 12
    Transfer to a plate, brush with ghee, and cover with another towel to keep warm while cooking the remaining breads.
13. 13
    Serve warm.