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Flaky Roti Canai

Flaky Roti Canai You'll Love: Perfectly Crisp & Comforting

Experience the delightful layers of Flaky Roti Canai, a versatile and comforting flatbread perfect for any meal.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Indian, Malaysian, Sri Lankan
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour Sift for a lighter texture
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt Kosher salt can be used as substitute
  • 1 cup Boiling Water Use hot water for best consistency
  • 1/2 cup Room Temperature Water Adjust as needed to form dough
  • 4 tablespoons Oil Can substitute with ghee or butter
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Additional Oil For cooking the roti
Optional Fillings/Toppings
  • 1 large Egg Add protein and flavor
  • Vegetables or Meat Incorporate your favorite fillings
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar or Condensed Milk For a sweet treat

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Wooden spoon
  • Rolling Pin
  • Non-stick pan
  • Measuring Cups
  • Kitchen Towel

Method
 

Dough Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and sea salt. Gradually pour in boiling water while stirring with a wooden spoon until clumps form.
  2. Add room temperature water a little at a time until the dough begins to hold together. The mixture should look scraggly.
  3. Cover the bowl and let the dough rest for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  4. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 2-3 minutes until smooth. Divide into eight equal portions.
  5. Roll each dough ball in oil and arrange them on a plate, cover, and let rest for 2 hours or overnight.
Cooking the Roti
  1. Lightly oil your work surface. Flatten each dough ball until paper-thin, brushing with oil on top.
  2. Coil the flattened dough into a spiral shape and place seam-side down. Let rest for another hour.
  3. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and flatten a coiled dough piece to a 6-7 inch diameter.
  4. Cook for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown, flipping as necessary.
  5. Gently squash the hot roti with your hands to separate the layers and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 350mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Using weight measurements for flour ensures consistency. Allow adequate resting time for best results.

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