Roti canai is a popular flatbread that is enjoyed throughout Southeast Asia. It's a versatile and delicious bread that can be enjoyed as a snack or as an accompaniment to curries and other dishes.
How to Make Roti Canai
In this article, we'll go over the steps to make roti canai at home.
How to Make Roti Canai
- 4 cups bread flour (520 g)
- 3 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
- 1 egg , room temperature
- 1 tablespoon sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 ¼ cup water (310 ml)
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Begin by adding flour, salt, egg, melted butter, condensed milk, and water to a standing mixer bowl.
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Mix well until the ingredients are fully incorporated and knead the dough for 10 minutes. Let it rest for 10 minutes before kneading it again for another 5 minutes.
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Divide the dough into 10 small balls, generously coat each ball with unsalted butter, and place them in a buttered container. Cover it tightly with cling film and refrigerate overnight.
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The next day, spread unsalted butter on a working surface, take one ball, and flatten it lightly. Use the heel of your palm to press and stretch the dough as thin as possible.
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Occasionally spread some softened unsalted butter to aid in stretching. Optionally, gently pull one edge of the dough to stretch it even more.
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Next, scrape and push the upper and lower ends of the dough toward the middle, forming a thin log with wrinkles.
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Roll the log into a circle, tucking one end inside, and leave it for 10 minutes before cooking. Repeat with the remaining balls.
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When ready to cook, heat a pan with unsalted butter over medium heat. Flatten the rolled dough into a 10-15 cm diameter and place it on the pan. Cook for a few minutes, flip, and continue cooking for a few more minutes.
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To achieve a fluffy roti canai, immediately and carefully grab the cooked dough with both hands and squeeze it towards the center.
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Keep the roti canai warm under a kitchen cloth and serve with dhal curry or any curry of your choice and sambal.
Enjoy!
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How to Make Roti Canai
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