Roti Canai (Authentic Malaysian Recipe)

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 11

Authentic Malaysian Recipe for Roti Canai

by The Chefin Bread

Prep

45 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 cups all-purpose flour
	1 tablespoon salt
	1 cup water
	1 cup cooking oil

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

10-12

Calories

180

Sugar

Fat

10g

Roti Canai is a street food staple in Malaysia and is typically enjoyed for breakfast or as a snack. The flatbread has gained popularity in other parts of Southeast Asia as well but is still relatively unknown in other parts of the world. The dough is simple, made with flour, water, and salt, and the flatbreads are cooked on a hot non-stick pan over medium heat. The end result is a soft and flaky bread that can be enjoyed on its own or paired with your favorite curry or dipping sauce.

Instructions

1.	Combine flour, salt, and water in a bowl and mix until it forms a dough. Knead on a floured surface for 5 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
2.	Put the dough back into the bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rest for 30 minutes.
3.	Divide the dough into 10-12 equal pieces and roll them into balls. Brush with oil and let them rest for another 15 minutes.
4.	Take one dough ball and stretch it out as thin as you can before folding it into a square. Repeat with the rest of the dough balls.
5.	Heat up a non-stick pan over medium heat and cook each square of dough for 1-2 minutes on each side until it’s lightly browned.

PROS

Roti Canai is a simple yet tasty and satisfying flatbread that can be enjoyed on its own or paired with your favorite curry or dipping sauce.

The dough is easy to make, and the end result is soft and flaky with a slight crunch on the outside.

CONS

Roti Canai is typically made with refined all-purpose flour and can be high in calories and carbs.
It is best enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It can also be time-consuming to make if you are making the dough from scratch.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Roti Canai may not be the healthiest option, it does provide some benefits. The bread is low in sugar, high in carbs, and can provide energy to sustain an active lifestyle.
The dough also contains healthy fats from the oil used to brush the balls before cooking.