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Soft Roti

Cultural Context

Soft Roti, a staple in Fijian cuisine, reflects the influence of Indian cooking brought by indentured laborers in the 19th century. Traditionally enjoyed with curries or stews, it symbolizes community and sharing. Today, it is a beloved bread across Fiji and beyond, often adapted to local tastes and ingredients.

FijianFJmain
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups flour
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon butter
1/2 cup coconut milk
1 cup water
oil for hands

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and provides good fats.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories and dairy-free.

baking powder

🥗Healthier: baking soda

💰Cheaper: none

Baking soda can be used in place of baking powder.

1

Add 2 cups of flour to a mixing bowl.

2

Add 2 tablespoons of brown sugar to the flour.

3

Add 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of baking powder to the mixture.

4

Crumble 1 teaspoon of butter into the flour mixture and mix well.

5

Optionally, you can use 1 tablespoon of oil instead of butter.

6

Pour in 1/2 cup of coconut milk and mix into the dough.

7

Gradually add 1 cup of water to the mixture, ensuring the dough doesn't become too soft.

8

Once the dough is sticky, apply a little oil to your hands to prevent sticking.

9

Let the dough sit for about 5 minutes.

10

Sprinkle flour on the countertop and take a small piece of dough.

11

Roll out the dough using a bottle if a rolling pin is not available.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

mixing bowlbottle

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

RotiChapati

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