Jonna Roti with Masala Omelette

Shape the Rotis

• Divide the warm dough into 8 equal portions and roll them into smooth balls between your palms.
• Keep the dough balls covered with a damp cloth to prevent them from drying out.
• Generously dust a clean, flat surface with dry jowar flour. Take one dough ball, flatten it slightly, and coat it in the dry flour.
• Using your fingertips and the palm of your hand, gently pat and press the dough, rotating it as you go, to form an even circle about 5-6 inches in diameter. Keep dusting with flour as needed to prevent sticking.

Cook the Rotis

• Heat a cast-iron tawa or a flat griddle over medium-high heat. The tawa should be hot before you start.
• Carefully lift the patted roti and place it on the hot tawa.
• Cook for about 45-60 seconds. You will see the color change slightly.
• Flip the roti. Now, dip a clean cloth or a silicone brush in water and lightly dab the surface of the roti. This creates steam and keeps the roti soft.
• Cook this side for another 60-90 seconds until small brown spots appear.

Puff and Serve

• Flip the roti one last time. Gently press the edges with a folded kitchen towel or a flat spatula to encourage it to puff up.
• Alternatively, for a fully puffed roti, use tongs to carefully lift the roti off the tawa and place it directly on a medium-high open flame for a few seconds until it inflates like a balloon. Flip quickly to cook both sides.
• Remove the cooked roti from the heat and, if desired, brush it with a little ghee.
• Place the finished roti in a casserole dish or a container lined with a cloth to keep it warm and soft. Repeat for all remaining dough balls.
• Serve immediately with your favorite curry, dal, or vegetable stir-fry.

Serve and Repeat

• Carefully slide the finished omelette onto a plate. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh coriander.
• Wipe the pan clean, add the remaining 1 teaspoon of ghee, and repeat the process with the rest of the egg mixture to make the second omelette.
• Serve immediately with buttered toast or pav (Indian bread rolls).