Chapati is one of the favourite dishes in many Kenyan homes. Unlike in the past where it was commonly prepared in social gatherings only, today, it is almost a staple dish.

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Hardly will you go to any Kenyan function and miss out on a piece of this but, mastering the art of cooking soft-layered chapati requires some skill and time. 

If you plan on perfecting your skill in preparing this dish, here are simple steps to follow:

Ingredients

3 cups of all purpose flour

1 ½ cups of warm water

1 tsp of salt

1 tsp of sugar

Vegetable oil for frying 

How to prepare

1. Measure three cups of flour in a bowl

2. In another bowl, mix sugar, salt, 2 tsp of oil and add a cup of water. Stir until the contents dissolve

3. Knead the dough for at least five minutes, add some flour or water if need be.

4. Transfer the dough on a flat surface while still kneading. If the dough is too soft add some flour, if it is hard, add some water.

5. Once the dough is ready, return it into a bowl. Add some oil while kneading it up. Cover the dough for about 30 minutes.

6. After 30 minutes, divide the dough into equal 10 to 13 ball-like shapes. Dust the surface with flour.

7. Pick one ball and place it on the flat surface.

8. Using a rolling pin, roll the ball into a circular shape.

9. Add oil on the top of the rolled chapatti.

10. In a hot pan, place the rolled chapatti and fry each side with medium heat and oil until it turns golden brown. Place the chapati on a plate or container and cover it.

Serve after 10 minutes.