Jola Roti (Sorghum Flatbread)

Ingredients

• 2 cups Water (room temperature)
• 1 teaspoon Salt (regular table salt)
• 1.5 cups Plain Yogurt (full‑fat, unsweetened)
• 2 cups Sorghum Flour (Jola Flour) (fine milled, gluten‑free)
• 2 tablespoons Ghee or Oil (for brushing cooked rotis)
• 2 tablespoons Extra Sorghum Flour (for dusting) (helps prevent sticking while rolling)

Instructions

1. Boil Water with Salt

   Pour 2 cups of water into a large saucepan, add 1 tsp salt, and bring to a rolling boil over high heat.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: high heat

2. Add Yogurt and Cook Flour

   When the water is boiling, stir in 1.5 cups of plain yogurt. Reduce heat to low, then gradually add 2 cups of sorghum flour while stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Cook for about 5 minutes until the mixture thickens and the flour absorbs the liquid.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: low

3. Rest the Dough

   Turn off the heat, cover the bowl, and let the dough sit for 10 minutes. It will finish cooking and become soft.

   Time: PT10M

4. Knead the Dough

   Transfer the warm dough to a clean surface. Knead for about 5 minutes until smooth and pliable. If the dough feels sticky, dust with a little extra sorghum flour.

   Time: PT5M

5. Divide into Balls

   Divide the dough into 4 equal portions and roll each into a smooth ball.

   Time: PT2M

6. Roll Out Rotis

   Dust each ball with flour, flatten with a rolling pin to a 6‑8 inch circle about 2‑3 mm thick. Use a round cutter for a perfect shape, or free‑hand if you prefer.

   Time: PT5M

7. Heat the Tawa

   Place the tawa on medium‑high heat. When a few drops of water sizzle and evaporate instantly, the tawa is ready.

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: medium-high

8. Cook the Rotis

   Place a rolled roti on the hot tawa. Cook 1‑2 minutes until bubbles appear, then flip. Cook the other side 1‑2 minutes, gently pressing with a spatula to encourage puffing. Repeat for all rotis.

   Time: PT16M

   Temperature: medium-high

9. Finish and Serve

   Brush each hot roti with a little ghee or oil, stack them in a clean towel to stay warm, and serve immediately with your favorite side dish.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

340

Protein

8 g

Carbohydrates

55 g

Fat

10 g

Fiber

5 g