Roti canai
Flaky, chewy layered flatbreads, griddled until golden, for dunking in dhal or curry sauce.
- Time1 hr 30
- LevelHard
- Costabout £0.11 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Mix the flour, salt and sugar. Add the egg, water and 1 tablespoon of oil and knead for 8 minutes until smooth and soft.
8 min - 2
Divide into 6 balls, coat each with oil, cover and rest for 1 hour.
60 min - 3
Oil your work surface. Stretch each ball as thin as you can, almost see-through, then brush with melted spread.
- 4
Fold the edges into the middle to make a square, then roll up and coil like a snail. Rest for 5 minutes.
5 min - 5
Flatten each coil with your palm. Cook in a hot dry frying pan for 2 minutes each side until golden and crisp at the edges.
4 min - 6
Clap the roti between your hands to fluff it up and serve warm.
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