Guyanese Oil Roti/ Paratha Roti

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: generic flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat option.

Welcome viewers and introduce the dish as Guyanese Oil Roti.

Measure 4 cups of all-purpose flour into a bowl.

Add 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder to the flour.

Start kneading the flour with hot water from the tap, adding the water gradually.

If the dough is too soft, add some dry flour to adjust the consistency.

Drizzle some oil into the dough while kneading to achieve a soft texture.

Form the dough into a ball and place it in a bowl, adding more oil on top.

Cover the dough with a damp paper towel and let it rest for 10 minutes.

Sprinkle extra flour on a surface and roll out the dough into a large circle.

Oil the surface of the rolled dough evenly.

Cut the rolled dough into portions and fold it to create layers.

Let the folded dough rest for another 15 minutes, covered with a damp paper towel.

Roll out each portion to the desired thickness, ensuring it's not too thin.

Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the rolled dough until small bubbles form on the surface.

Flip the dough and brush oil on the cooked side, cooking until it reaches the desired color.

Repeat the cooking process for each portion of dough, adjusting the heat as necessary.

Serve the Guyanese Oil Roti warm with curry or other dishes.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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