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Spicy Indian Sorghum Roti with Fresh Mint and Tahini Spread

Name: Spicy Indian Sorghum Roti with Fresh Mint and Tahini Spread
Prep time: 23 min
Cook time: 70 min
Total time: 93 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Sorghum flour, 1 cup; Whole wheat flour, 1/2 cup; Salt, 1 tsp; Cumin seeds, 1/2 tsp; Red chili powder, 1/2 tsp; Yogurt, 1 tbsp; Warm water, 3/4 cup; Tahini, 2 tbsp; Fresh mint leaves, chopped, 1/4 cup; Garlic clove, minced, 1 clove; Lemon juice, 2 tbsp; Salt, To taste; Water, 1/4 cup

Enjoy the aromatic spices of this Indian sorghum flatbread, perfectly balanced with a creamy and minty tahini spread.

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·By Ethan Brooks·January 13, 2026

Spicy Indian Sorghum Roti with Fresh Mint and Tahini Spread — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

23 min

Cook

1 h 10 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Sorghum Roti

For the Fresh Mint and Tahini Spread

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 215 kcal
Protein: 6.15 g
Carbs: 37.5 g
Fat: 5.23 g
Fiber: 4.93 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 859 kcal
Protein: 24.6 g
Carbs: 150 g
Fat: 20.9 g
Fiber: 19.7 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
Sorghum flour 1 cup	440	10	95	3	12
Whole wheat flour 1/2 cup	205	8	43	1	4
Salt 1 tsp	0	0	0	0	0
Cumin seeds 1/2 tsp	4	0.2	0.5	0.2	0.2
Red chili powder 1/2 tsp	3	0.2	0.5	0.1	0.7
Yogurt 1 tbsp	9	0.5	1	0.5	0
Warm water 3/4 cup	0	0	0	0	0
Tahini 2 tbsp	180	5	6	16	2
Fresh mint leaves, chopped 1/4 cup	5	0.4	1	0.1	0.5
Garlic clove, minced 1 clove	5	0.2	1	0	0.1
Lemon juice 2 tbsp	8	0.1	3	0	0.2
Salt To taste	0	0	0	0	0
Water 1/4 cup	0	0	0	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Sorghum Roti Dough

1
Combine dry ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine sorghum flour, whole wheat flour, salt, cumin seeds, and red chili powder.
2
Add yogurt and water
Add yogurt and gradually mix in warm water, kneading until you have a smooth and pliable dough.
Tip: Ensure the dough is not too sticky or too dry.
3
Rest the dough
Cover with a damp cloth and let it rest for 20 minutes.
Tip: For a softer roti, let the dough rest for an additional 30 minutes.

Making the Mint and Tahini Spread

1
Combine ingredients
In a blender, combine tahini, mint leaves, garlic, lemon juice, and salt.
2
Blend to smooth
Blend until smooth, adding water to achieve a spreadable consistency.
3
Adjust seasoning
Adjust seasoning if needed and set aside for serving.
Tip: Chilling the spread intensifies the mint flavor.

How to Make Spicy Indian Sorghum Roti with Fresh Mint and Tahini Spread

Total time: 1 h 33 min · Yields 4 servings

1
Rolling the Roti
Divide the dough into equal portions and roll each into a thin circle.
2
Cooking the Roti
Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook each roti until golden brown on both sides.
3
Finishing Touch
Brush each roti lightly with ghee as they come off the skillet.