Cafeteria Style Karipap (Curry Puffs) | Roti n Rice

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: self-rising flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber while self-rising flour simplifies the process.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a unique flavor and is dairy-free.

curry powder

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: turmeric

A homemade blend can reduce sodium and enhance freshness.

cooked chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu is a lower-calorie protein option, while canned tuna is often less expensive.

In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt.

Cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Gradually add water until a dough forms; knead until smooth.

Cover the dough and let it rest for 30 minutes.

Boil potatoes until tender; peel and mash them.

Sauté onions in cooking oil until translucent.

Add curry powder, carrots, peas, and cooked chicken; cook until fragrant.

Combine the mashed potatoes with the filling mixture; season to taste.

Divide the dough into small balls; roll each into a thin circle.

Place a spoonful of filling on one side of each circle.

Fold the dough over to create a half-moon shape; seal the edges with a fork.

Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat until hot.

Fry the karipap until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Drain on paper towels and serve warm.

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