Makki ki roti facts for kids
Makki di roti
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| Alternative names | makkī dī roṭṭī (Punjabi) |
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| Type | Bread |
| Region or state | Punjab (region), Himachal, Haryana, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh and Jammu |
| Main ingredients | Corn flour |
Makki ki roti is a special kind of flatbread. It is made from corn flour, which is also known as maize flour. This bread is unleavened, meaning it doesn't use yeast or baking powder to make it rise.
Makki ki roti is very popular in the Punjab region of both India and Pakistan. People also enjoy it in other parts of North India, like Himachal, Haryana, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Jammu. Just like many other flatbreads in this area, it is cooked on a flat griddle called a tava.
What is Makki ki Roti?
The name makkī dī rotī comes from the Punjabi language. It literally means 'bread of maize'. Maize is another name for corn. When it's ready, Makki ki roti has a lovely yellow color. It's a bit delicate and can be tricky to handle because it's not as firm as some other breads.
How is it Eaten?
People usually make and eat Makki di roti during the winter months. It is often served with saag, which is a dish made from cooked green leaves. A very common pairing is with sarson da saag, made from mustard greens.
In Himachal, some people also eat it with Maah daal, a type of lentil dish. In Rajasthan and Haryana, maize is a main part of the diet for communities like the Bishnois. So, maize roti is a favorite there too.
In Uttar Pradesh, Makki ki roti is often enjoyed with ghee (a type of clarified butter), regular butter, jaggery (a traditional unrefined sugar), and pickles. In Gujarat, this tasty dish is known by a different name: "Makai No Rotlo."
See also
In Spanish: Makki di roti para niños
