Roti ( Flat Bread)

my simple no fuss roti recipe

Thai roti bread is similar to Indian paratha (Indian flat bread) or the well-known Malaysian canai. It is thin and flaky. In Thailand roti can be served as a savoury accompaniment to curries, most popular ones are Gaeng Masaman or Gaeng Keaw Wan, See Pages under Thai Dishes for some recipe ideas.

This recipe might differ from others, but this one works for me. I am sharing to help others to not put too much pressure on yourself. If you are like me, that pastry or dough-involving dishes are not my strong suit, this technique and recipe are easy to follow.

In the streets of Bangkok you can also find these as a sweet treats as well, they are smothered in butter and condensed milk , super delicious. It's a must try treats when you are doing your culinary adventure while in Bangkok for sure.

The ingredients should be available in your local supermarkets. I hope you will find this recipe helpful and enjoyable! Happy kneading!

complete ingredients

water+milk first then egg

lime juice

melted butter last b4 flour

mix flour gradually

do not pour all in one go

should not be too wet or dry

dough should look like this

coat with oil each ball

cover with damp towel

shape should be round

use brush to oil pan and roti

cook both sides

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easy to follow recipe

Roti

Full Ingredients: Makes 10-12 pieces

• 500 g plain (all-purpose) flour , sifted

• 40 g butter or 3 tbsp , melted

• 1 tbsp caster (superfine) sugar

• 4 tbsp milk, room temperature

• 1/2 tsp salt

• 1 large egg

• juice of 1/2 lime

• 125 ml or 1/2 cup water

• 125 ml or 1/2 cup vegetable oil, for coating and frying

Method:

1. In a large bowl, beat the egg with milk and water until fully combined.

2. Add lime juice, salt, sugar, melted butter and mix well.

3. Add the sifted plain flour gradually, mixing as you go. You may not need all of it. Left over flour used for kneading. Texture should be thick enough to handle but not too dry. Mix with your hands until it forms a dough.

4. Sprinkle flour onto the clean work surface, and knead the dough for about 5- 8 minutes until creates a smooth ball. ( do not overwork the dough- if it's warmer weather you might need to knead less time).

5. Divide the dough into 12 pieces and roll each piece into a ball. Coat each ball with vegetable oil and place in rectangular dish or a any bowl to rest, cover with damp tea towel for at least 2 hours.

6. Use a rolling pin to roll out a piece of dough into round shape as thin as you can ( the simplest way ). Alternatively, create a thin square shape , taking the corner of the dough then carefully twist into a rope shape, then coil rope into snail- shaped roll. Flatten with palm of your hand and roll out again into a discs about 6 inches in diameter. Then repeat.

7. Using a frying pan or skillet, heat a little oil or brush oil over medium heat. Gently fry one roti at a time. Cook until golden brown both sides or when you see roti starts to puff or tiny bubble.

8. Serve warm with curry of choice. See Pages under Thai Dishes for recipe ideas.Enjoy!