Indian Pan Bread

Experience the rustic charm of homemade *Indian Pan Bread*, a versatile and wholesome flatbread crafted with just five simple ingredients: whole wheat flour, warm water, a touch of salt, and your choice of vegetable oil or ghee. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for beginners and features a soft, airy texture with a subtle nutty flavor, thanks to the whole wheat flour. Made on a hot pan or tava, these breads puff beautifully with light charring, offering an authentic taste of Indian cuisine in just 35 minutes. Whether you're pairing it with hearty curries, spicy chutneys, or creamy yogurt, this recipe is a delightful addition to any meal. Embrace the art of flatbread making with this step-by-step guide to creating warm, fresh *Indian Pan Bread* right in your kitchen!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups Whole wheat flour
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 tablespoons Vegetable oil or ghee
• 0.75 cups Warm water
• 0.25 cups Extra flour (for rolling)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour and salt.

Step 2

Add the vegetable oil or ghee to the flour and mix with your fingertips until the mixture looks crumbly.

Step 3

Gradually add warm water a little at a time, mixing and kneading the dough until it comes together. The dough should be soft but not sticky.

Step 4

Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Step 5

Cover the dough with a damp cloth or plastic wrap and let it rest for 20 minutes.

Step 6

Divide the dough into 8 equal portions and roll each piece into a ball.

Step 7

On a lightly floured surface, roll each ball of dough into a thin, round disc approximately 6–8 inches in diameter.

Step 8

Heat a flat pan or tava over medium heat until hot. Place one rolled disc onto the pan.

Step 9

Cook for 30–40 seconds until bubbles start to form, then flip it over and cook the other side for another 30–40 seconds.

Step 10

Press lightly on the edges with a clean kitchen towel or spatula to encourage puffing, then flip once more and cook for an additional 10–15 seconds, until lightly charred but soft.

Step 11

Remove the bread from the pan and cover with a clean kitchen towel to keep warm. Repeat with the remaining dough portions.

Step 12

Serve warm Indian pan bread with your favorite accompaniment, such as curries, chutneys, or yogurt.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	499.1 grams (499.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1159

Total Fat 18.60g	24%
Saturated Fat 2.70g	14%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1194mg	52%
Total Carbohydrate 220.90g	80%
Dietary Fiber 31.10g	111%
Total Sugars 1.80g
Protein 39.50g	79%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 95mg	7%
Iron 10mg	54%
Potassium 1035mg	22%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 13.8%

Protein: 13.1%

Carbs: 73.1%