Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions for Flaky Roti Canai
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Once cooked on both sides, remove from the pan and squash it slightly to separate the flaky layers. Serve warm.
Nutrition
Notes
Oil generously when shaping the dough and ensure a hot pan for cooking to achieve the perfect texture.
