Griddled Methi Thepla with Whole Wheat
A savory flatbread featuring fresh fenugreek leaves and whole wheat, cooked to a perfect golden brown on a hot griddle. This Indian-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 32 minutes, pairs whole wheat flour, fresh fenugreek leaves, cumin seeds for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 117 calories and feeds 12, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 cup fresh fenugreek leaves
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 2 cups whole wheat flour, 1 cup finely chopped fenugreek leaves, 1 teaspoon cumin seeds, 1 teaspoon coriander powder, 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder, and 1 teaspoon salt. Gradually add 1/2 cup water while mixing until a soft dough forms. Cover and rest for 20 minutes.
- Step 2: Divide dough into 12 equal portions. Roll each portion into a 6-inch circle, 1/4 inch thick, using a lightly floured surface. Place one rolled circle on a hot tava (griddle) preheated over medium heat.
- Step 3: Cook for 2-3 minutes until small bubbles appear, then flip and cook another 2-3 minutes until golden spots appear. Brush with 1 tablespoon vegetable oil during cooking for extra crispness. Repeat with remaining dough.








