Module 2: Flatbreads

Sweet Potato Chapati

Chapati is often confused with naan bread which is leavened—chapati is an unleavened flatbread from Bangladesh, India, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. It’s a common staple in South Asia as well as amongst South Asian expatriates throughout the world. This is a spin on a traditional white potato chapati.

Simple Almond Crackers

These buttery-tasting crackers are easy to prepare and a great base for herbs and spices. Top them with the Simple Cashew Cheese Spread from the YumUniverse book, enjoy them with bowl of soup, or crumbled into a salad for a protein-rich crouton alternative.

Chickpea Flatbread “Fries” with Sriracha Dipping Sauce (Twice Baked)

To get you thinking outside of the box, this recipe takes our base ’Banzo Bread and double bakes it for a crispy, protein- and fiber-rich twist on fries. I’ve included an easy, dairy-free dipping sauce to try here, too. Feel free to try ranch, BBQ, ketchup—whatever you like to dip.

Brown Rice Tortillas

Brown rice flour also makes a nice tortilla/wrap that’s great for all sorts of fillings. Try substituting equal amounts of sesame or toasted sesame oil for coconut oil, and fold in some scallions for an Asian-style pancake. Psyllium is definitely recommended for this recipe to add pliability and gluten-y qualities that keep cracking at bay.

Cassava Tortillas

Cassava flour is my absolute favorite for making non-corn flatbreads that can be used for tortillas, wraps, and Asian-style pancakes. It’s easy to make wraps/tortillas with it since cassava flour has properties that mimic gluten, no need to use psyllium or arrowroot. Just flour, oil, water, and salt.

Corn Tortillas

Corn tortillas have that distinctive sweet nuttiness that make tacos and enchiladas unforgettable, but think outside of the box and try them for a thin-crust pizza or wrap—you may be surprised. It’s very important to source organic, non-GMO corn products—corn is one of the top most genetically modified crops around. They’ve been made for eons without psyllium, but I include a bit because it adds a nice pliability, and a bit of extra fiber to them. You can leave it out, but the tortillas may crack if you do.