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Writer's picturePankaj Lohumi

Madwae ki Roti - A Traditional Delight of Uttarakhand

Updated: Jul 3


Madwae ki Roti is a staple food of Uttarakhand and is made from a mix of local grains like mandua (finger millet), jhangora (barnyard millet), and chaulai (amaranth), mixed with spices like jeera (cumin seeds), coriander, and green chillies. The dough is kneaded with water and then flattened into thin round shapes. The rotis are then cooked on a hot griddle until they are crispy and golden brown.


Madwae ki Roti
Madwae ki Roti
The history of Madwae ki Roti dates back to ancient times when people of Uttarakhand used to eat food that was easily available in the hills. With the availability of a variety of grains, the locals invented unique recipes to suit their taste buds and to keep their bodies warm in the cold climate.

To taste the authentic flavour of Madwae ki Roti, one must visit the local restaurants and dhabas in Uttarakhand. However, you can also make it at home by following a simple recipe. Serve it hot with ghee, pickle, and raita, and relish the unique taste of Uttarakhand.


Madwae ki Roti
Madwae ki Roti
 

Recipe


Ingredients


  • 1 cup mandua flour (finger millet flour)

  • 1 cup jhangora flour (barnyard millet flour)

  • 1 cup chaulai flour (amaranth flour)

  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds (jeera)

  • 2 green chillies, finely chopped

  • 1/2 teaspoon coriander powder

  • Salt to taste

  • Water as required

  • Ghee for serving


Instructions


  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine all the flours and spices together.

  2. Add water as required and knead the dough until it becomes soft and smooth.

  3. Divide the dough into equal-sized balls and roll them out into thin rotis.

  4. Heat a griddle or tawa over medium heat and cook the rotis until they are golden brown on both sides.

  5. Serve hot with ghee, pickle, and raita.

 

Conclusion

"Madwae ki Roti is not only a delicious dish but also a healthy one. The mix of grains used in the recipe provides a good source of nutrition, making it an ideal food for those who are health-conscious. So, next time you visit Uttarakhand, don't forget to try this traditional delicacy and experience the unique taste of the hills" #MadwaeKiRoti #UttarakhandCuisine #TraditionalFood #IndianBread #HealthyEating #FoodiesOfInstagram #FoodBloggers #FoodLovers #Delicious #Yummy #HomeCooking


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