Forever Flaky And Soft Mauritian Farata | Roti | Just You Flour And Water

ghee

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: butter

Olive oil is lower in saturated fat.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber.

coconut

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: milk

Almond milk is lower in calories.

vegetables

🥗Healthier: leafy greens

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Leafy greens are nutrient-dense.

Mix the flour with warm water.

Knead the dough until it becomes a soft, round dough.

Cover the dough with a cloth and let it rest for about 20-30 mins.

Make equal-sized small balls (10).

Roll the small dough, lightly brush with oil and fold to make a square.

Halfway through the rolling of the dough, heat the pan to low heat.

Lightly sprinkle the rolling board with flour and roll the square folded dough.

Place the flatbread in the griddle pan.

Light brush both sides of the Farata with oil.

Remove from pan, once you see a beautiful light brown colour.

Give the Farata a good tap to have the flaky texture.

Cooking Techniques

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