Butternut chapati is a twist to the traditional chapati recipe. Using butternut squash to make this recipes makes them very soft, nutritious and delicious. Chapati is a round flatbread that was adopted in Kenya from Indian immigrants. It is a dish that is relished in Kenya and is mostly prepared during special occasions such as weddings, birthdays, and holidays. Chapati was associated with wealthy families in my community when we were growing up. This was because it was rarely cooked, especially in families that had limited financial means, except for these special occasions.

Nutritional value of butternut chapati

Butternut chapati recipe is made using butternut squash. The squash has a vibrant orange yellow color that gives the chapatis pleasing yellow color. It is also rich in vitamins A and C, fiber, and essential minerals like potassium and magnesium. Incorporating butternut squash into this recipe is an excellent way to boost your immune system and support overall well-being.

How to make soft butternut chapati

Ingredients:

• Wheat Flour – you can use all-purpose flour or wholewheat flour with this recipe. Wheat forms the base of the chapati and provides the necessary carbohydrates.
• Butternut Squash – this is the star ingredient of this recipe. It provides nutrients like vitamins A and C, which are essential for maintaining healthy skin and a strong immune system.
• Oil – oil or ghee is used for cooking the chapatis.
• Salt – it is used to enhance the flavor of the chapati and balance the sweetness of the butternut squash.
• Water – Water is used to knead the dough to the right consistency. The amount of water needed may depend on moisture content of the butternut squash puree.

Instructions:

1. Peel and remove seed then cube the butternut squash into small pieces. Boil the cubes until they are soft and easy to mash. Then mash or blend into a smooth puree and let it cool.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the wheat flour, butternut squash puree, salt and some oil. Mix them together.
3. Add water to the mixture and knead it into a soft, dough. Add the water gradually until you achieve the right consistency.
4. Cover the dough with a kitchen towel of cling film and keep it aside to let rest for about 10 minutes; the more the better.
5. Divide the dough into equal-sized portions and shape them into balls.
6. Roll each ball out using a rolling pin to make a flat round. Brush some cooking oil on the spread out flat then fold into a ball again. Roll the ball out to make a flat round.
7. Heat a pan over medium-high heat. Place a chapati round on the hot surface and cook until bubbles start to appear on the surface, then flip it over.
8. Brush the cooked side with oil and flip again. Brush the other side with oil too. Cook until both sides are golden brown. continue until all the chapati rounds are done. Ensure to cover the chapati with a kitchen cloth as you cook them
9. Remove the butternut chapati from the pan and serve them hot with your favorite curry, soup, sauce or dipping. To get you started, try out these quick and easy pigeon peas soup nutritious and delicious lentil soup, and easy and quick electric pressure beef stew recipes for a delicious butternut chapati accompaniments. Don’t forget to make some chapati wraps too with our tomato cucumber and avocado salad.
10. Chapatis are best enjoyed when warm so make sure you serve immediately or warm the before serving.

Tips and tricks for soft butternut chapatis

• Boil, steam or grill your squash until it is tender and easy to mash; making sure that you do not overcook. Overcooking can lead to excess moisture, which can make the dough too sticky.
• Add water gradually and knead well to avoid a dry or overly wet dough. Achieving the right dough consistency is key.
• The pan that you use matters a lot. A good quality non-stick pan or griddle helps prevent sticking and makes it easier to flip the chapatis.
• Keep the chapatis you have already cooked covered while preparing the rest. This keeps them warm and soft.
• For crispy golden brown chapatis, brush them with oil or ghee on both sides while cooking.
• Enjoy your chapatis hot by serving them immediately.

How to make soft butternut chapati (flat bread)

Butternut chapati recipe is made using butternut squash. The squash has a vibrant orange yellow color that gives the chapatis pleasing yellow color. It is also rich in vitamins A and C, fiber, and essential minerals like potassium and magnesium. Incorporating butternut squash into this recipe is an excellent way to boost your immune system and support overall well-being.

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Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 40 minutes minutes

Resting time: 10 minutes minutes

Total Time: 1 hour hour 10 minutes minutes

Servings: 8 chapatis

Calories: 238.3kcal

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Ingredients 

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For butternut puree

• 1 butternut squash medium size
• water for boiling the butternut

For the dough

• 6 cups whole wheat flour
• 2 cups butternut puree
• 1½ tsp salt
• 2 tbsp Margarine or vegetable oil more for cooking
• warm water as needed

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Butternut Squash Puree

• Peel, seed, and cube the butternut squash.
  
• Boil the cubes until they are soft and easy to mash. Drain the water then mash or blend into smooth puree and let it cool.
  

Step 2: Mix the ingredients

• In a mixing bowl, combine the wheat flour, butternut squash puree, and salt. Mix well to combine. and some oil.
  
• Add the margarine or vegetable oil and knead well until well mixed.
  

Step 3: Knead the dough

• Add water to the mixture and knead it into a soft dough. Add the water gradually until you achieve the right consistency.
  

Step 4: Rest the dough

• Cover the dough with a kitchen towel or cling film and keep it aside to let rest for about 10 minutes; the more the better.
  

Step 5: Divide and shape

• Divide the dough into equal-sized portions and shape them into balls.
  

Step 6: Roll out the balls

• Roll each ball out using a rolling pin to make a flat round.
  
• Brush some cooking oil on the spread out flat dough then fold into a ball again. Roll the ball out to make a flat round.

Step 7: Cook the chapatis

• Heat a pan over medium-high heat.
• Place a chapati round on the hot surface and cook until bubbles start to appear on the surface, then flip it over.
  
• Brush the cooked side with oil and flip again. Brush the other side with oil too.
• Cook until both sides are golden brown. continue until all the chapati rounds are done.
  
• Ensure you cover the chapati with a kitchen cloth as you cook them.

Step 8: Serve

• Remove the butternut chapati from the pan and serve them hot with your favorite curry, soup, or dipping sauce.
  

Nutrition

Calories: 238.3kcal | Carbohydrates: 75.8g | Protein: 9.85g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1.21g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1.96g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1.63g | Trans Fat: 0.52g | Cholesterol: 1.84mg | Sodium: 586.34mg | Potassium: 580.39mg | Fiber: 13.84g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 40.06IU | Vitamin C: 0.01mg | Calcium: 63.07mg | Iron: 3.67mg

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