Roti/ Cape Malay/ Cape Town Gaja style

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + coconut extract

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is a plant-based alternative that is lower in fat.

curry powder

🥗Healthier: homemade curry blend

💰Cheaper: turmeric + cumin

Homemade blends can be healthier and more flavorful.

fresh coriander

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried coriander

Parsley can provide a similar fresh flavor.

In a bowl, combine 4 cups of cake flour and 1 teaspoon of salt.

Add 1 cup of lukewarm water to the flour mixture, then add another half cup as needed.

Use a fork to mix, then knead the dough with hands for 5 to 6 minutes until smooth.

Let the dough rest for 10 to 15 minutes, covered with flour.

Prepare some oil and softened butter in a bowl.

Cut the rested dough into balls of desired size.

Roll each dough ball out with a rolling pin, applying oil and butter as needed.

Sprinkle a tiny bit of baking powder on each rolled dough before folding.

Fold the dough to create layers and roll out again, ensuring it's thin.

Repeat the rolling and folding process for all dough balls, making about 12 medium-sized roti.

Refrigerate the rolled roti for about half an hour to firm up.

Heat a pan over high heat and roll out the roti into a square shape.

Fry the rolled roti in the heated pan until crispy and flaky, checking the color as it cooks.

Cooking Techniques

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