Roti Canai
A flaky, buttery flatbread that's crispy on the outside and soft inside. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or with curry.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 6g
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup water
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, mix 2 cups flour, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tbsp sugar. Gradually add 3/4 cup water and 1 tbsp oil, stirring until a shaggy dough forms.
- 2
Knead the dough on a lightly oiled surface for 5 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover with a damp cloth and let rest for 10 minutes.
- 3
Divide the dough into 4 balls. On an oiled surface, flatten each ball and stretch it as thin as possible, until you can see through it.
- 4
Brush the stretched dough with 1/2 tbsp butter, then fold it into a spiral or pleat. Repeat with remaining dough.
- 5
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a skillet over medium-high. Cook each roti for 2-3 minutes per side, pressing gently, until golden and flaky. Serve hot.
Tools you’ll need
- large bowl
- rolling pin (optional)
- skillet or frying pan
- spatula
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