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Roti Canai

Cultural Context

Roti Canai, believed to have originated from Indian Muslim immigrants in Malaysia, is a beloved flatbread often enjoyed with curries or dhal. It reflects the fusion of cultures in Malaysian cuisine, showcasing the influence of Indian cooking methods. Today, Roti Canai is a staple across Malaysia and is enjoyed by people of all backgrounds, often served in bustling street food stalls and restaurants.

MalaysianMYmain
90 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup water
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup ghee
1/4 cup condensed milk
2 tablespoons sugar
1 large egg
1/2 cup coconut milk

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

ghee

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: butter

Coconut oil is plant-based and offers a different flavor.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

condensed milk

🥗Healthier: unsweetened almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and sugar.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: low-fat coconut milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Low-fat coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

1

Take a piece of dough and stretch it using both hands, one facing upwards and the other on top.

2

Lift the dough and pull it out where it is thicker, then put it down.

3

Drizzle ghee on the stretched dough.

4

Lift the dough and fold it over itself to create layers.

5

Repeat the folding process to create a spiral shape.

6

Push the end piece of the spiral into the middle to form a turban-like shape.

7

Let the dough rest for a few minutes, coated with a touch of ghee.

8

Stretch the rested dough out to reveal the layers.

9

Place the stretched dough onto a hot griddle.

Cooking Techniques

kneadingrestingfrying

Equipment Needed

griddle

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Roti PrataRoti Paratha

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