Plain Methi Dudhi Thepla

So here is an Easy recipe for all types of theplas (Indian spicy flat bread) Methi( fenugreek), Dudhi (bottle gourd) etch thepla with this easy step by step guide

Ingredients for Making Theplas

1 cup Wheat flour (roti atta)

1 tbsp oil

2 tbsp sour curd or thick buttermilk (Dahi or chas)

Salt to taste

½ tsp chili powder

½ tsp coriander-cumin powder (dhana jeera powder)

¼ tsp turmeric powder (Haldi)

¼ tsp Cumin seeds (whole Jeera)-optional

¼ tsp sesame seeds (white til)-optional

For rolling the Theplas:

Whole wheat flour or all purpose flour

For cooking

2 tsp oil for each thepla

For serving:

Curd or pickle .

Theplas with tea is a good Choice too.

Method/procedure for making Theplas at home:

• Mix all the ingredients in a bowl.

• Use buttermilk while Kneading  into a soft and smooth dough.

• Keep aside for 10-15 minutes.

Variations in Theplas:

1) Dudhi /loki/bottle gourd Theplas: Add  1/4 cup of bottle gourd to step 1 in the procedure.

2) Mehti/green fenugreek Theplas: Add 1/4 cup of green mathi along with 1 tsp sugar to step 1 in the procedure.

3) Apply Mixed fruit  jam on plain thepla, roll cylindrical and wrap it with aluminum foil. This will be kids lunchbox food.