Gujarati Spiced Methi Thepla Flatbreads

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Thin, soft whole wheat flatbreads infused with fresh fenugreek leaves and warm spices, perfect for breakfast or snacks. This Indian-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs whole wheat flour, turmeric powder, red chili powder for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 5, 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.

Prep: 25 min Cook: 20 min Serves 5 Indian cuisine 150 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 2 cups whole wheat flour, 1 cup finely chopped fresh methi leaves, 1/2 tsp turmeric powder, 1/2 tsp red chili powder, 1 tsp cumin seeds, 1 tsp ginger-green chili paste, 1 tsp salt, 1/4 cup yogurt, and 2 tbsp oil.
  2. Step 2: Mix the ingredients well, then gradually add water as needed to knead a soft, pliable dough. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and rest for 20 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Divide the dough into 10 equal balls. Roll each ball on a lightly floured surface into a thin 7-inch diameter circle.
  4. Step 4: Heat a tava or flat skillet over medium-high heat. Cook each thepla for about 1-2 minutes on one side until you see bubbles, then flip and cook the other side for 1 minute. Apply a little oil or ghee around the edges and cook for another 30 seconds on each side until golden brown spots appear.
  5. Step 5: Remove and keep warm. Serve hot with yogurt or pickles.

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