Akki Roti with Edamame Beans

Akki Roti, a signature Karnataka style breakfast staple is a flatbread made with rice flour. In this recipe, I put a healthy spin on it and used frozen edamame beans instead of the traditional hyacinth beans (Avarekalu).

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What exactly is Akki Roti?

Like I mentioned at the beginning of this post, Akki Roti is an unleavened flatbread made with rice flour. Popular in Karnataka, it is enjoyed hot and fresh off the Tawa with some Palya ( vegetable curry in Kannada) and coconut chutney.

Avarekalu Akki Roti 

Avarekalu, called as hyacinth beans in english, is usually a seasonal favorite in Karnataka, especially Bangalore.

If you visit Bangalore during the winter months, you can enjoy these beans in so many ways beginning with Avarekalu Saaru to Akki Roti.

They add fresh hyacinth beans to the dough along with herbs like dill leaves. The result is a slightly crisp, soft in the center gluten free Akki Rotti.

Substitutes for Avarekalu – Edamame 

I have zero access to fresh hyacinth beans, unless I am in India during winter. Ever since I discovered frozen edamame, I have been thrilled, to say the least.

Edamame for me is a beautiful substitute for these vibrant green field beans. The flavor profile is so similar and they pack a punch in terms of protein and nutrition.

You can use these beans as a substitute in any recipe that calls for beans. For instance, this Potato Peas Kurma uses green peas. Substitute the green peas with edamame and the result is a healthier and tasty Kurma with frozen edamame.

Ingredients for Akki Roti with Edamame

Frozen edamame beans work beautifully in this recipe. I have used the shelled beans which are not salted. 

If you live in Germany, you can buy edamame from supermarkets like Rewe or Aldi. They are stocked in the frozen section and I personally like the inhouse brands like Ja.

Rice flour for Akki Roti

In this recipe, you can use regular rice flour or Idiyappam flour. Readymade Idiyappam flour is something I find easily and that is what I have used here. 

Other ingredients –

• Seasonings like green chilis, red chili powder and salt 
• fresh dill leaves – this is the classic choice. Optional but highly recommended.
• Veggies- finely chopped onions, shredded carrots  
• Unsweetened desiccated coconut 
• Water to mix the dough 
• Oil for making the Rotis

Recipe Notes

• For a kid friendly version, skip green chilis and add green chili paste or just red chili powder.
• Mashing the edamame beans well is key to this recipe. Large beans will make shaping the Rotis difficult. I recommend using a potato masher.
• Add water gradually and mix into a slightly loose dough. You should be able to spread the dough easily on a parchment paper or banana leaf.
• In case you find the dough too runny, add 1/4 cup rice flour and adjust the consistency. I wont recommend adding more than 1/4 cup because rice flour in excess will change the proportions of other ingredients too.
• Cook the shaped rotis covered on one side. This helps retain moisture and prevents the dough from drying out quickly.

Variations

• You can try the same recipe using millet flour. Check out this Ragi Rotti for finger millet Roti recipe.
• Vegetables that work well in this recipe are shredded cabbage, shredded beets, chopped spinach and drumstick leaves.
• I have used unsweetened desiccated coconut. You can also use freshly grated coconut or skip it entirely.
• A nice alternative for white sesame seeds is hemp hearts. I use them in my parathas too. 

Serving suggestions

We love this Roti with coconut chutney. You can also serve them with 

• Capsicum Zunka
• Pudina Thogayal 
• Coconut Thogayal 
• or this nutty peanut chutney

How to make Edamame Rice Flour Roti?

Instant Pot Edamame Beans

Edamame beans cook really well in the Instant Pot. To cook edamame beans in an electric pressure cooker, place 1.5 cups frozen edamame beans in a steamer basket.

Add 2 cups water to the inner pot of the Instant Pot. Place a tall trivet into the inner pot. Now, place the steamer basket over the tall trivet.

Close the Instant Pot, turn the VALVE to SEALING. Press Pressure Cook- High and set the timer for 1 minute.

Allow the cooking cycle to complete. When done, press CANCEL and do a gradual quick pressure release by turning the VALVE to VENTING.

Open the lid and let the beans become warm to touch. 

Making Akki Roti Dough

• Mash the edamame beans well with a potato masher. Set aside.
• To a bowl, add rice flour, spices and seasonings along with carrots, onions, dill leaves and mashed beans. 

• Combine this to make a crumbly mixture.

• Add water little by little and mix everything into a slightly loose dough.

Shaping the dough into Roti

• Grease a sheet of parchment paper with 2 to 3 drops of oil.
• Take an orange sized portion of the dough and place it on the parchment paper.
• Wet your hands and pat the dough into a slightly thick circle.
• Make three small holes in the middle of the shaped Roti.

Cooking 

• Heat a cast iron Tawa. 
• Now, transfer the shaped roti onto the Tawa and peel back the parchment sheet gently.
• Drizzle a tsp of oil around the edges and in the middle of the Roti.
• Cook covered on low heat for 1 to 2 mins, until you see no raw dough on the surface.

• Now, flip and continue to cook uncovered until the edges crisp up and brown spots appearing on the side that is cooking.
• When done, flip and cook for 30 to 40 seconds to crisp up the Roti on both sides evenly.
• Serve hot.

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Akki Roti – Rice flour flatbread with edamame

This healthy Akki Roti has edamame, carrots and dill leaves, making it packed with nutrition and flavor. Gluten free and vegan friendly dish ideal for brunch or breakfast.

Prep Time20 minutes mins

Cook Time40 minutes mins

Course: Mains

Cuisine: Karnataka, South Indian

Servings: 10

Calories: 205kcal

Ingredients

For the edamame

• 1.5 cups edamame beans (shelled and frozen)
• 2 cups water

For the Roti

• 350 grams rice flour
• 2 tsp green chillis finely chopped
• 1.5 tsp ginger garlic paste
• 1.5 tsp white sesame seeds
• 1.5 tsp cumin seeds
• 1.5 tsp red chili powder
• salt to taste
• 1/2 cup carrots shredded
• 3/4 cup onions finely chopped
• 1/4 cup dill leaves finely chopped
• 2 cups water You may need more or less (see recipe notes)

For cooking

• 3 tbsp peanut oil any neutral flavored oil will also work. You need approximately 2 tsp oil for every Roti.

Instructions

Instant Pot Edamame Beans

• Edamame beans cook really well in the Instant Pot. To cook edamame beans in an electric pressure cooker, place 1.5 cups frozen edamame beans in a steamer basket.
• Add 2 cups water to the inner pot of the Instant Pot. Place a tall trivet into the inner pot. Now, place the steamer basket over the tall trivet.
• Close the Instant Pot, turn the VALVE to SEALING. Press Pressure Cook- High and set the timer for 1 minute.
• Allow the cooking cycle to complete. When done, press CANCEL and do a gradual quick pressure release by turning the VALVE to VENTING.
• Open the lid and let the beans become warm to touch.

Making Akki Roti Dough

• Mash the edamame beans well with a potato masher. Set aside.
• To a bowl, add rice flour, spices and seasonings along with carrots, onions, dill leaves and mashed beans.
• Combine this to make a crumbly mixture.
• Add water little by little and mix everything into a slightly loose dough.

Shaping the dough into Roti

• Grease a sheet of parchment paper with 2 to 3 drops of oil.
• Take an orange sized portion of the dough and place it on the parchment paper.
• Wet your hands and pat the dough into a slightly thick circle.
• Make three small holes in the middle of the shaped Roti.

Cooking

• Heat a cast iron Tawa.
• Now, transfer the shaped roti onto the Tawa and peel back the parchment sheet gently.
• Drizzle a tsp of oil around the edges and in the middle of the Roti.
• Cook covered on low heat for 1 to 2 mins, until you see no raw dough on the surface.
• Now, flip and continue to cook uncovered until the edges crisp up and brown spots appearing on the side that is cooking.
• When done, flip and cook for 30 to 40 seconds to crisp up the Roti on both sides evenly.
• Serve hot.

For Instant Pot & Air Fryer Recipes

Instant Pot timings may vary based on your geographic location. Air fryer settings and timings may vary based on the capacity and the model of the Air fryer.

Disclaimer

Nutrition values are provided here as a courtesy and are only a rough guide. Please consult a health care provider if you have any concerns.

Nutrition

Calories: 205kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 23mg | Potassium: 186mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1253IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 1mg

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