Roti Mauricien

Roti Mauricien

Roti (ROH-tee moh-ree-SYEHN)

Mauritian Flatbread

Prep Time 45 min
📈 Difficulty Medium
👥 Servings
6
🔥 Calories 248 kcal

Soft, layered flatbread cooked on a tawa, flaky and slightly chewy, used to scoop up curries and wrap around fillings.

Nutrition & Info

250 kcal per serving
Protein 6.0g
Carbs 38.0g
Fat 8.0g
Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

vegetarian nut-free

Allergen Warnings

⚠ gluten ⚠ dairy

Equipment Needed

tawa or flat griddle rolling pin mixing bowl

Presentation Guide

Vessel: folded on plate or in basket

Accompaniments: any curry, achards, satini

Instructions

  1. 1

    Mix flour and salt, then add oil and warm water gradually, kneading until a smooth, elastic dough forms.

  2. 2

    Divide dough into six portions, roll each into a ball, and rest covered for twenty minutes.

  3. 3

    Roll each ball into a thin circle, spread with softened butter, then fold into thirds and roll again.

  4. 4

    Heat a tawa or flat griddle over medium heat. Cook each roti for two minutes per side.

  5. 5

    Brush with a little oil or butter as it cooks, pressing gently with a cloth to encourage puffing.

  6. 6

    Stack cooked rotis on a plate covered with a cloth to keep warm and soft.

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Did You Know?

Mauritian roti makers can produce dozens per hour with remarkable consistency, and the skill is passed from mother to daughter across generations.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

  • tawa or flat griddle
  • rolling pin
  • mixing bowl

Accompaniments

any curry, achards, satini

The Story Behind Roti Mauricien

Roti arrived in Mauritius with Indian immigrants and quickly became a daily staple across all communities. The Mauritian version is softer and more buttery than many Indian rotis, reflecting the French influence of enriching bread with fat. It serves as the universal vehicle for curries, dholl, and achards, and mastering roti-making is considered an essential domestic skill on the island.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed any meal, daily bread 📜 Origins: 19th century Indian immigrant

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