Butter Roti
Indian Indian - South Indian Classics

Butter Roti

Est. Time: 20-30 min  •  4 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

Hand-stretched artisan flatbread baked against the searing clay walls of the tandoor, brushed with golden butter and fresh herbs.

Ingredients

  • • 2 cups rice flour
  • • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • • 2 green chilies, finely chopped
  • • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • • 2 tbsp grated coconut
  • • 10 curry leaves, chopped
  • • 1 1/4 cups hot water
  • • 2 tbsp oil
  • • 1 tsp salt

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Knead the rice flour with the hot water, salt, onion, green chilies, cumin, coconut, and curry leaves into a soft, pliable dough.

2
Phase 2

Pat portions of the dough into thin discs directly onto a greased pan or parchment.

3
Phase 3

Make small holes in the roti, drizzle oil around it, and cook both sides until golden and crisp.

4
Phase 4

Serve hot with coconut chutney or a spicy pickle.