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Flaky Roti Canai

Flaky Roti Canai - Your New Favorite Comfort Food Delight

Flaky Roti Canai is a delightful flatbread with crispy layers, perfect for pairing with curries or wraps.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 24 minutes
Resting Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 54 minutes
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Sri Lankan
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can use gluten-free flour mix
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt Kosher salt is a great alternative
  • 1 cup Boiling Water Helps create pliable dough
  • 1/4 cup Room Temperature Water Adjusts consistency
For Cooking
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Can substitute with ghee or butter

Equipment

  • bowl
  • non-stick pan
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Flaky Roti Canai
  1. In a spacious bowl, combine all-purpose flour and sea salt, mixing well. Gradually pour in the boiling water, stirring with a fork until a rough dough forms. Add room temperature water little by little until fully combined. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  2. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead it for about 2-3 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Divide into 8 equal portions and shape into smooth balls.
  3. Lightly coat each dough ball with vegetable oil to prevent sticking and place them in an oiled bowl. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let rest for at least 2 hours.
  4. Take a dough ball and place it on an oiled surface. Flatten and stretch until paper-thin, then brush with oil and roll into a tube, coiling it into a spiral.
  5. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Cook each roti for about 4 minutes on one side until golden brown, then flip to cook the other side.
  6. Once cooked on both sides, remove from the pan and squash it slightly to separate the flaky layers. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gIron: 5mg

Notes

Oil generously when shaping the dough and ensure a hot pan for cooking to achieve the perfect texture.

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