Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Flaky Roti Canai
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and sea salt. Gradually add boiling water while mixing with a fork until clumps form. Introduce room-temperature water slowly until a scraggly dough forms. Knead gently until smooth and cover to let rest for 30 minutes.
- Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for 2-3 minutes until silky and elastic. Divide into eight equal portions and roll each into a smooth ball. Set aside.
- Coat each ball lightly in oil to prevent sticking and let them rest well-spaced on a plate, covered with a damp cloth for at least 2 hours.
- Flatten a dough ball on an oiled surface and stretch it paper-thin. Drizzle oil, roll into a cylinder, and coil into a spiral.
- Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat, add oil, and place the roti spiral, flattening gently. Cook until golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes each.
Nutrition
Notes
Allowing the dough to rest is crucial for flakiness. Adjust water for desired consistency and use a gentle touch when stretching the dough.
