It improves your digestive health thus reduces the risk of certain cancers and lowers the chances of diabetes. I’ve been making these gluten free roti for many years and for some reason have never shared the recipe. I guess I thought it was so simple I didn’t need to. First, the flour and psyllium husk powder need to be combined. This ensures that the breads are lovely and soft and flexible. Without the psyllium husk powder the breads would be dry and brittle.

For those of you who don’t know, atta is wholegrain wheat flour that originates in India. Atta is used to make traditional Indian flatbreads such as roti/chapati, puri, naan and paratha. If so sign up for my free gluten free bread making guide by entering your details in the form below… Where can I buy your gluten free atta?

In addition to taking gifts to the orphans, we used public transport to travel around south India. It was an experience I will never forget and opened my eyes to the culinary delights of real Indian food. The traditional version of this bread would be made with Indian atta. However, for my gluten free version I use my rice free, wholegrain gluten free flour blend.

Once the psyllium husk powder has been mixed with the flour the salt is added (if using) along with the oil and water.

Where can I buy your gluten free atta?

The dough is rolled very thinly (unlike a naan bread) and then either grilled or cooked in tandoor. These traditional Indian breads are so popular that they are generally eaten with every meal. Gluten free atta promotes healthy weight loss as people who opt for gluten free meals make healthier and less-calorie food choices. From talking to Punam I realised that my wholegrain gluten free flour blend solved a problem. She told me that she hadn’t been able to find a certified gluten free atta that could be used to make these delicious breads.