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Jowar Roti – Jowar Roti with Belan – Jowar Bhakri – Jolada Roti – Jonna Rotte – Gluten Free Bread
🥄 Prep: 15 min
🔥 Cook: 10 min
🍽 Serves: 2 servings
A simple two-ingredient dough that transforms into a soft, rustic, gluten-free roti your whole family will love.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
If you have been looking for a wholesome, hearty flatbread that is as nourishing as it is delicious, this Jowar Roti recipe is exactly what you need in your life. Known as Bhakri in Maharashtra, Jolada Roti in Karnataka, and Jonna Rotte in Andhra Pradesh, this beautiful gluten-free bread has been a staple of Indian kitchens for generations.
Jowar, also called sorghum, is a powerhouse grain packed with fiber, iron, and plant-based protein, making it an excellent choice for anyone looking to eat cleaner and feel stronger. The addition of urad dal atta takes the protein content even higher, giving you a roti that truly fuels your body with real, wholesome ingredients.
- ✅ Completely gluten-free and made with 100 percent whole grain jowar atta, making it perfect for those with gluten sensitivity or anyone choosing a cleaner, more natural diet.
- ✅ The combination of jowar and urad dal atta creates a high-protein flatbread without any protein powder or artificial supplements, just real food working beautifully together.
- ✅ Jowar is rich in dietary fiber which supports healthy digestion, keeps you feeling full for longer, and helps maintain steady energy levels throughout the day.
- ✅ This roti contains no refined flour, no eggs, and no added sugar, making it a truly wholesome choice that fits perfectly into eggless, diabetic-friendly, and weight-conscious lifestyles.
Ingredients You’ll Need
(Full measurements in the recipe card below)
Flours
- • 1 cup jowar atta — gluten free base flour
- • 2 tbsp urad dal atta — adds protein and binding
Liquid
- • warm water — helps dough come together smoothly
Substitutions
| Ingredient | Swap |
|---|---|
| urad dal atta | besan for similar binding |
| jowar atta | bajra atta for variation |
| warm water | warm buttermilk for softer roti |
How to Make It — Step by Step
Mix Flours
Combine jowar atta and urad dal atta in a wide bowl and mix well.
Knead Dough
Add warm water gradually and knead into a soft, smooth, non-sticky dough.
Divide
Divide dough into equal portions and roll each into a smooth ball.
Roll with Belan
Place ball on a floured surface and roll gently with belan into a thin round roti.
Cook on Tawa
Cook on hot tawa on both sides until brown spots appear, then roast directly on flame for a few seconds.
Tips for the Best Result
Always use warm water to knead the jowar dough as it helps the flour bind better and makes rolling easier without cracking.
Adding urad dal atta gives the roti extra protein and helps it hold together since jowar has no gluten to act as a binder.
Apply light, even pressure with your belan and rotate the roti as you roll to prevent cracks from forming at the edges.
How to Store
Frequently Asked Questions
The dough is likely too dry; add a little more warm water and knead again until it is soft and smooth.
You can, but the roti will be more fragile and prone to breaking since urad dal atta helps bind the gluten-free dough.
Yes, jowar is a low glycemic index grain that digests slowly and is a great choice for people managing blood sugar levels.
It is best to make and cook the dough fresh; jowar dough dries out quickly and becomes difficult to roll if left too long.
Nutrition Per Serving
| Nutrient | Per Serving (2 servings) |
|---|---|
| Calories | — |
| Protein | — |
| Carbohydrates | — |
| Fiber | — |
| Fat | — |
| Sugar | — |
Estimates only — values vary with exact brands used.
Ingredients
- → 1 cup jowar atta
- → 2 tbsp urad daal atta
- → Warm water to need the dough
Instructions
- 1. Combine jowar atta and urad dal atta in a wide bowl and mix well.
- 2. Add warm water gradually and knead into a soft, smooth, non-sticky dough.
- 3. Divide dough into equal portions and roll each into a smooth ball.
- 4. Place ball on a floured surface and roll gently with belan into a thin round roti.
- 5. Cook on hot tawa on both sides until brown spots appear, then roast directly on flame for a few seconds.
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