Authentic Thai Roti Dessert
This authentic Thai roti dessert is pan-fried until crispy and topped with condensed milk or any topping you like.
- Prep time
- --
- Cook time
- 30 min
- Yield
- 15 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 1 lb or 3 1/2 cups all purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 5 tbsp oil
- 1 egg
- just under 1 cup water
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 tbsp sweetened condensed milk (add to taste)
Instructions
- 1
Add flour to a large mixing bowl. Make a well in the center and add egg, salt, and oil.
- 2
Gradually pour in lukewarm water while kneading the dough by hand. Knead until smooth and elastic—it should bounce back slightly when pressed.
- 3
Cover the dough with a damp towel and let rest for 1 hour. After resting, stretch and pull the dough several times with both hands.
- 4
Divide the dough into equal portions (about 2.5 oz, 70 g each). Shape into balls by pulling the dough downward and tucking it underneath.
- 5
Brush each dough ball generously with melted butter. Place them in a bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let rest for 30 minutes.
- 6
Flatten each ball into a thin sheet using your hands or a rolling pin. You can also stretch it by gently “throwing” it onto a flat surface.
- 7
Lift one edge of the dough and let it stretch naturally into your other hand. Repeat for each dough ball.
- 8
Stretch each dough sheet again—very thin for a crispy texture, or slightly thicker for a softer result.
- 9
Fry each dough sheet in a pan with 1 tablespoon of oil and a little melted butter.
- 10
Cook until golden brown and crispy on both sides. Serve immediately with sweetened condensed milk, sugar, or your favorite topping.