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March 28, 2023

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Thai Pan Fried Roti bread is an unleavened bread popular in South Asia that is simple to make and typically served with curry dishes.

My recipe inspirations come from all over, but this particular dish was specifically inspired by my favorite Thai appetizer, Pan Fried Roti Bread.

I re-created the delicious appetizer to dip in my Thai Yellow Currythen used the remaining bread for theseThai Peanut Pulled Pork Roti Bread Pizzas!

The bread is simple to make and so scrumptious!

Pan Fried Roti Bread Ingredients

  • 3 cups flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 2 tbsp olive oil(plus more for cooking)
  • 1 cup water

Pan Fried Roti Bread Instructions

Combine the flour, baking powder and salt in a large bowl. Drizzle in the olive oil.

Add the water until a solid ball forms. If too dry, add more water.

Allow the dough to rest for 30 minutes then pull it apart into 8 small balls of dough.

Roll each ball into a 6-8 inch disk.

Brush olive oil on each side of the dough and in the pan.

Cook until the bread bubbles.

Flip, then cook for 2 minutes on the other side.

Repeat until all of the bread is cooked and serve!

Recipes to pair it with

  • Massaman Curry Chicken
  • Thai Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce
  • Thai Noodle Soup
  • Massaman Curry Noodles
  • Thai Coconut Soup with Potstickers

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Pan Fried Roti Bread

Thai Pan Fried Roti bread is an unleavened bread popular in South Asia that is simple to make and typically served with curry dishes.

Servings: 8 slices roti bread

Prep Time: 15 minutes mins

Resting Time: 30 minutes mins

Total Time: 45 minutes mins

Course: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine: Thai

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Combine the flour, baking powder and salt in a large bowl.

  • Drizzle in the olive oil.

  • Add the water until a solid ball forms. If too dry, add more water.

  • Allow the dough to rest for 30 minutes then pull it apart into 8 small balls of dough.

  • Roll each ball into a 6-8 inch disk.

  • Brush olive oil on each side of the dough.

  • Coat the bottom of a cast iron skillet with olive oil. Place the skillet on the stove over medium high heat.

  • Add the bread and cook until the bread bubbles.

  • Flip, then cook for 2 minutes on the other side.

  • Repeat until all of the bread is cooked.

Nutrition Facts

Calories 202kcal (10%)Carbohydrates 36g (12%)Protein 4g (8%)Fat 3g (5%)Sodium 293mg (12%)Potassium 113mg (3%)Fiber 1g (4%)Calcium 34mg (3%)Iron 2.2mg (12%)

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originally published April 13, 2013 — last updated March 28, 2023 19 Comments

Posted in: Method, Recipes, Side Dish, Vegetarian Recipes

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    19 Comments on “Pan Fried Roti Bread”

  1. Marcia Dickman May 2, 2023 @ 1:55 AM Reply

    Can I half the recipe?
    Thanks!

    • Whitney Bond May 2, 2023 @ 11:37 AM Reply

      Sure thing. Enjoy!

  2. Kathy July 28, 2022 @ 5:56 PM Reply

    Hi Whitney…I’ve made your roti a few times and they always turn out nice and soft. Today, however, I decided to make them ahead of time and then just reheat, and they went kinda crispy. Do you recommend not making them ahead, or do you have a suggested way to reheat them to keep them nice and soft?

    • Whitney Bond August 16, 2022 @ 6:50 PM Reply

      Hi Kathy, so glad you’re enjoying the recipe! When I reheat them, I usually add them to a dry skillet on the stove and reheat them for about 60 seconds per side. If you’re looking to keep them soft, you might also try wrapping them in damp paper towels and microwaving them for 20-30 seconds. Hope this is helpful!

  3. Vicci July 27, 2020 @ 11:47 AM Reply

    Hi, you’ve got nutrition info but is that for 1 slice or all 8?

    • Whitney Bond July 28, 2020 @ 1:08 PM Reply

      Hi Vicci, that is for one serving, which is one piece of bread. Enjoy!

  4. Gen June 2, 2020 @ 3:18 AM Reply

    My first time giving Roti Bread a crack and your recipe didn’t disappoint! Husband and teenage girls loved them. Definitely a ‘keeper’ that recipe. Thankyou 👍🏻

  5. NICOLA February 23, 2020 @ 2:22 AM Reply

    Lovely with homemade Thai Yellow fish curry.

    • Whitney Bond March 2, 2020 @ 5:28 PM Reply

      That is my favorite way to serve it as well, dipped in yummy yellow curry sauce!

  6. MattyP January 15, 2020 @ 1:36 PM Reply

    Made this as written – used a bit too much oil to start but the first one is always sacrificial isn’t it? :). Turned out great, soft and chewy with great flavour. I recommend rolling the dough out as thin as possible – they puff us as you are cooking anyway.
    Thanks!

    • Whitney Bond January 15, 2020 @ 9:37 PM Reply

      Thanks for sharing Matty! I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe!

  7. Marina Orlovski July 27, 2019 @ 2:53 PM Reply

    I would like to try
    these but I don’t halve a cast iron skillet. Will a stainless steel skillet work?

    • Whitney Bond July 28, 2019 @ 4:36 PM Reply

      You can use another type of skillet, you might just have to adjust the cook time slightly!

  8. Jess M May 9, 2018 @ 4:44 AM Reply

    I made this and it’s really good! What do you recommend for leftover storage?

  9. Bev Reilly January 23, 2016 @ 9:23 AM Reply

    Can you tell me what type of flour

    • whitneybond January 24, 2016 @ 4:51 PM Reply

      Hi Bev,

      I used an all purpose wheat flour. Enjoy!

  10. Mary Ann August 13, 2015 @ 3:30 PM Reply

    Very easy recipe, have already made the dough and discs so their ready to cook; however, the recipe does not include what temp the stove should be at. I’m guessing about a medium? Hopefully these come out good, making them for a dinner party tonight! 🙂

  11. Jennifer August 14, 2013 @ 7:05 PM Reply

    I found my new favorite quick bread tonight! This is easy, beautiful and doughy-delicious. We paired this with Indian food, but I can also see this folded over refried beans and cheese. Thank you for a great recipe.

    • littleleopardbook September 3, 2013 @ 1:59 PM Reply

      Awesome! Thanks so much for sharing Jennifer! I’m so glad you loved the recipe 🙂

Thai Pan Fried Roti Bread Recipe - WhitneyBond.com (2024)

FAQs

What is roti made of in Thailand? ›

Thai roti is a popular pan-fried dessert and snack in Thailand which is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. It's made of flour which is crispy fried in oil, and drizzled with sweetened condensed milk. The dessert has many variations, including fillings with banana, nutella, jam, cheese, and more.

Is roti bread Thai or Indian? ›

Roti (also known as chapati) is a round flatbread native to the Indian subcontinent. It is commonly consumed in many South Asian, Southeast Asian, Caribbean, and Southeast African countries.

What skillet to make roti? ›

Use a cast iron skillet at 70% heat. Cast Iron skillet will keep the temperature consistent and help the roti puff up.

How do you keep roti soft after frying? ›

If you apply a bit of ghee on your rotis while they are hot, it will keep them moist and enhance their taste. Eat them with your favourite stir fry or curry as soon as possible!

What flour do they use in Thailand? ›

The following are the common flours used in Thai desserts: sticky rice flour, rice flour, cassave starch, corn starch, wheat flour, arrowroot starch and mung bean flour.

What does roti mean in Thai? ›

roti. [noun] definition. a type of Indian pancake; a common Thai or Malay flat-bread dessert made with various toppings, often rolled in paper. classifier.

Is Thai roti the same as Indian roti? ›

While both share the common thread of being unleavened flatbreads, their differences are as distinct as the cultures from which they hail. Indian Rotis, a staple of Indian cuisine, are typically made from whole wheat flour and water, cooked on a hot griddle, or tandoor, to achieve a soft and slightly chewy texture.

What is roti called in USA? ›

In America, Indian roti is often referred to as "Indian flatbread" or simply "flatbread." This term is used to describe various types of Indian bread, including roti, naan, and paratha, which are commonly enjoyed in Indian cuisine.

What is roti called in English? ›

In regular terms Roti is called Indian Flat Bread or Tortilla in English. Roti or Indian Flat bread is made of Wheat flour/flour non fermented. Sometimes also known as Chappati. Tortillas are similar to Roti/Chappati but are made from corn flour.

Why is Thai roti green? ›

The green color green is from the pandan leaf. Some roti is topped with sesame. The sweet treat is widely available at street stalls, in the city as well as along the highway.

What are Thai people called? ›

Thai people, formerly known as Siamese, are the main ethnic group of Thailand. They are part of the larger Tai group of peoples living in Southeast Asia, southern China and north-east India. They speak the Thai language, which has several regional variations. Most Thai people are followers of Theravada Buddhism.

How long does it take to cook roti? ›

Our best recorded time was 10 minutes flat - 8 rotis without folding plus washing the dishes and spotless kitchen counter. Practice makes a woman perfect.

Can I make roti on non-stick pan? ›

Non Stick Dosa Tawa. This Tawa has Sturdy Design with an Ideal to its Versatility and ease of Maintenance. It is useful for making delicious Dosas, Rotis, Prathas, Uttapam, Omelettes and more.. It helps you to prepare variety of Food items without any trouble.

What is the difference between chapati and roti? ›

"The fundamental difference between the roti and the chapati is that you finish both sides of the chapati with fat, and then cook it again on the griddle," Kalyanaraman explains. "So, if you're making a roti, and you apply some oil on one side and cook it again on the griddle, it becomes a chapati."

How to cook roti on cast iron skillet? ›

Here are the steps to follow:
  1. Preheat the Trilonium cast iron tawa on medium-high heat for a few minutes.
  2. Divide the dough into small balls and roll them into thin circles using a rolling pin and some flour for dusting.
  3. Place the rolled-out roti on the hot tawa and cook for about 20-30 seconds or until bubbles form.
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