Soft Gluten-Free Roti
Roti has always been the heart of South Asian meals—simple, warm, and made with love. But what happens when you can’t eat gluten? Do you give up roti forever? Not at all. That’s where soft gluten-free roti steps in—and it’s a game changer.
This version was born from the need to enjoy that same comfort without the wheat. Across India and beyond, home cooks started using flours like rice, millet, or sorghum—each adding its own flavor twist.
The trick? Making it soft and flexible, just like the original. With a little warm water, oil, and gentle hands, magic happens.
Today, gluten-free roti isn’t just for those avoiding gluten—it’s for anyone who loves trying something new, wholesome, and soul-satisfying. One bite and you’ll be surprised how good tradition tastes with a twist. Ready to make some? Let’s get started!
Nutrition
per serving (≈23g)Instructions
11 steps🍚 Mix the Dry Ingredients
Gather your required ingredients.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the rice flour, tapioca starch, psyllium husk powder, and salt.
Add Oil and Hot Water
Add the olive oil or coconut oil if using. Pour in the boiling water slowly while stirring with a spoon. The dough will begin to clump together.
Knead into a Dough
Once cool enough to handle, knead the dough with your hands until it’s smooth and soft but not sticky. If the dough feels dry, add a bit more hot water, 1 tsp at a time.
Divide and Roll
Divide the dough into 6–8 equal balls.
Roll each one between two sheets of parchment paper into a thin circle (about 2–3 mm thick).
🫓 Cook the Rotis
Heat a dry non-stick or cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.
Place one roti onto the hot pan. Cook for about 1 minute until small bubbles form, then flip.
Cook the second side for another 1–2 minutes, pressing gently with a spatula to encourage puffing. Flip once more if needed.
🍽️ Keep Warm and Serve
Transfer the cooked rotis to a clean kitchen towel and wrap them to keep warm and soft.
Serve fresh or reheat in a dry pan before serving.
Recipe Notes
🍽️ Serving Suggestion:
These rotis pair beautifully with a hummus, lentil dhal, vegetable curries, or even sweet fillings like nut butter and banana. They’re a nourishing, soft, and flexible flatbread you’ll make again and again.
