Jamaican Roti

Name: Jamaican Roti
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Caribbean
Ingredients: 3 cups all-purpose flour; 2 tsp baking powder; 1 tsp salt; 1 cup warm water; 1/4 cup vegetable oil

A soft, flaky Caribbean flatbread with buttery layers, cooked on a hot griddle until lightly golden.

45 minMediumServes 4380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

3 cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
1 cup warm water
1/4 cup vegetable oil

Instructions

1

Whisk together 3 cups all-purpose flour, 2 tsp baking powder, and 1 tsp salt in a large mixing bowl.
2

Gradually stir in 1 cup warm water to form a soft dough, then knead for 5 minutes until smooth.
3

Divide dough into 4 equal portions and rest for 15 minutes under a damp towel.
4

Roll each piece into a thin round, brush top with 1/4 cup vegetable oil, roll tightly into a rope, and coil into a spiral.
5

Rest spiral coils for 10 minutes, then roll each flat into a thin circle.
6

Cook on a preheated skillet for 1 to 2 minutes per side until puffed and golden brown.

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Questions

How long does Jamaican Roti take?

As written, 45 minutes: 30 of prep and 15 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 3 (15 minutes): "Divide dough into 4 equal portions and rest for 15 minutes under a damp towel."

What should Jamaican Roti look like when it is ready?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 6: cook until puffed and golden brown.

Can I make Jamaican Roti gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Jamaican Roti is 3 cups all-purpose flour. Swap the flour for a 1-to-1 gluten-free baking blend (where it only thickens a sauce, half as much cornstarch also works). Everything else proceeds as written.

How many calories are in Jamaican Roti?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 380 calories, with 8 g protein, 58 g carbohydrate and 14 g fat, plus 2 g fiber and 580 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How do I store and reheat Jamaican Roti?

Refrigerate what is left of Jamaican Roti within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

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