Surinaamse Keuken Special: Dhal Gevulde Roti Met kruidige dhal (gele spliterwten)

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + coconut extract

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

lentils

🥗Healthier: split peas

💰Cheaper: dried beans

Split peas provide similar texture and protein at a lower cost.

Place 1 kg patent flour in a bowl.

Add 1 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon sugar to the flour.

Add 200 g of Koopmans white bread flour and 1 tablespoon baking powder.

Mix all the dry ingredients together.

Add 700 ml water gradually and knead the mixture until it forms a soft dough.

Add 2 teaspoons sunflower oil while kneading.

Cover the dough and let it rest for a few hours, ideally for 2 hours or more.

After resting, divide the dough into small balls, making about 20 pieces.

Roll out each ball into a circle, dusting with flour to prevent sticking.

Fill each rolled-out dough with the prepared dhal mixture.

Fold the dough over to enclose the filling and press the edges to seal.

Heat oil in a pan and cook each roti until golden brown, flipping to ensure even cooking.

Serve warm, optionally garnished.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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