Want to go on the keto diet but something is stopping you? We know what it’s supposed to be – skipping the comfort of the classic Indian meal of roti-sabzi. We have grown up eating bread everyday, so living without it is pretty much unimaginable. It is as if our system has got used to it and our hunger will not be satisfied until we eat hearty roti-vegetable-dal meal made at home. But, if your weight is still bothering you, don’t let your diet plan get in the way; Just replace your regular roti with keto-friendly roti, and you won’t miss anything.
Now, you would like to know how keto bread is actually made. To your surprise, we have not one but five different ways you can make low-carb roti a part of your weight loss diet.
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Here are 5 low-carb keto rotis that you can make on your weight loss diet:
Our Recommendations:
1. Coconut Flour Bread:
coconut flour 1 choice for dieters in search of low-carb flour, and so is ours. This roti can be paired with almost any Indian dish and the mild flavor of coconut will only enhance the experience. To make this roti, mix 20 grams of psyllium husk in 100 grams of coconut flour. Add 1 tbsp. Knead with ghee and warm water. Let it rest for 15 minutes and make rotis as usual.
2. Almond Flour Bread
Apart from being low in carbs, almond flour is also rich in protein, which makes it the perfect keto food. And, well, we are all well aware of the various benefits of almonds. To make this roti, take 2 tbsp of psyllium husk in 3 cups of almond flour. Add a pinch of salt. Add 1 tbsp oil and knead it with water.
(Also read: Here’s how you can make keto-friendly naan, paratha and uttapam at home,
Almond flour is rich in protein and low in carbs.
Other keto bread options:
3. Masala Roti:
If somehow, you are unable to make use of these plain keto loaves, we can help you make them more palatable to your taste. While kneading the dough with almond flour, add red chili powder, a little cumin and garam masala as per taste. You can also add finely chopped coriander leaves to it.
4. Keto Naan
This might be your favorite — because it’s loaded with cheese, and there’s no one we know who doesn’t love it. Instead of flour, paneer slices are topped with condiments like fennel seeds, white sesame seeds (optional), dried fenugreek seeds, and baked to make a fluffy keto naan. Click here for the full recipe.
Keto Naan is a must-try recipe on a weight loss diet.
5. Cauliflower Bread
Yes, you don’t always need flour to make rotis. Grated cauliflower can also work. Grate the cauliflower, add 1 tbsp of psyllium husk to 2 cups of cauliflower. Add little salt and green chili and knead it lightly. Since this is a mixture and not a dough, you will need to place the mixture on a flat surface and flatten it with your hands. You can also use parchment paper and when the roti is flattened, just put on the pan and toss to cook.
We are sure that with so many amazing options, you will no longer be wary of doing the following keto diet for weight lossWhile continuing to enjoy your favorite Indian food.