Spiced Chapati Rolls with Beef and Tomato Relish

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-28 · Updated 2026-05-28

Soft Kenyan-style chapati flatbreads wrapped around spiced sautéed beef and a fresh tomato-onion relish for a flavorful handheld meal. This african-inspired sandwiches & wraps ready in about 70 minutes pairs all-purpose flour, warm water, vegetable oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 8, 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

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup warm water
• 4 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 medium tomatoes, diced
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp ground coriander, and 1 tsp ground cumin. Slowly add 1 cup warm water and 2 tbsp vegetable oil, mixing until a dough forms.
2. Step 2: Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover with a damp cloth and let rest for 30 minutes.
3. Step 3: Meanwhile, heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add 1 finely chopped onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent.
4. Step 4: Add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in 1 lb ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook for 8-10 minutes until browned.
5. Step 5: Add 2 diced tomatoes, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and salt to taste. Cook for another 5 minutes until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and stir in 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro and 1 tbsp lemon juice.
6. Step 6: Divide the dough into 8 equal balls. Roll each ball into an 8-inch round flatbread on a floured surface.
7. Step 7: Heat a dry skillet over medium-high heat. Cook each chapati for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown spots appear and the bread puffs slightly.
8. Step 8: To assemble, spoon warm beef mixture onto each chapati, roll tightly, and serve immediately as flavorful hand-held rolls.