Traditional Chapatis

Directions

1. 1
   Add the water to the flour a little at a time, kneading as you go until you have a soft, elastic dough.
2. 2
   Sprinkle a little flour onto a flat surface or board.
3. 3
   Divide the dough into 8 and shape each piece into ball.
4. 4
   Flatten the balls slightly then place one on the floured surface and roll out into a flat disc approximately 15cm/6inches in diameter.
5. 5
   Repeat with the other 7.
6. 6
   Heat a shallow frying pan.
7. 7
   Lay a disc onto the hot pan and leave for 20 to 30 seconds until the surface is bubbly.
8. 8
   Flip over and cook the other side for 10 to 15 seconds.
9. 9
   As soon as brown spots appear on the underside it is done.
10. 10
    Repeat with the other breads.
11. 11
    Cooks tip: The longer you knead the chapati dough the softer the breads will be.