What is coconut roti made of?

Pol Roti (Coconut roti) is so easy to make all you have to do is, combine, flour, coconut, water, inclusions such as red onion and chilli and form a dough, flatten and cook.

Can you freeze coconut roti?

TIP – These coconut rotis freeze extremely well and can be reheated in a dry pan over a medium heat for a couple of minutes on each side.

What is the difference between coconut milk and coconut flour?

Conclusion. Coconut milk powder and coconut flour differ in various ways. Coconut flour is a grain-free flour alternative that does not contain the fats found in coconut meat . Coconut milk powder is dehydrated coconut milk, can be used like other milk powders, and sometimes has added sugars, casein and additives.

Is coconut flour just shredded coconut?

People often get confused between desiccated coconut and By Nature coconut flour. Desiccated coconut is grated coconut where coconut milk is not removed . By Nature Coconut flour is made from the coconut meat after the coconut milk has been extracted. The coconut meat is then roasted at low temperature and grinded.

What is a typical Sri Lankan breakfast?

Sri Lankan breakfast food includes curries, which can be fish, meat, egg, or vegetarian, plus fresh spicy chutney and carbohydrate dishes such as hoppers, roti, and rice . Hoppers and roti come in many different forms.

How long does coconut flour last in the freezer?

Depending on storage conditions, unopened coconut flour can last for up to 12–18 months in the pantry, 6–12 months in the refrigerator, and 12–24 months in the freezer. Opened coconut flour can last for 3-6 months in the pantry, 3-6 months in the refrigerator, and 6–12 months in the freezer.

What is roti made of?

Roti (also known as chapati or phulka) is a circular flatbread, made with ground whole wheat flour or “atta.” Flour is simply mixed with water, sometimes salt, and ghee or oil is added too.

Is coconut flour good or bad for you?

Coconut flour is a gluten-free flour made solely from coconuts. It's high in fiber and is a good source of protein . Adding it to your diet may promote stable blood sugar, good digestion, and heart health. It may also support a healthy body weight when consumed as part of a nutritious, balanced diet.

What does roti contain?

In essence, roti is a flatbread made of wheat flour . The dish is a staple in many regions of India and can even be made using ragi (finger millet), jowar (sorghum), and bajra (pearl millet). This food item offers a mixture of carbohydrates, fibre, protein, and fat.

What is Jamaican roti made of?

Similar in appearance to a Mexican tortilla, it is made with wheat flour and no leavening. In Jamaica roti is often eaten with a filling of curry goat or curry chicken.

Easy Sri Lankan Coconut Roti Recipe (with Chili Flakes) (2024)

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By Author Hiya, I’m Shashi

Posted on Published: January 11, 2018- Last updated: November 27, 2023

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These Easy Sri Lankan Coconut Roti can be whipped up with three easy to find ingredients and can be enjoyed with a curry or soup or even jam!

Easy Sri Lankan Coconut Roti Recipe (with Chili Flakes) (1)

My mom makes some of the best Sri Lankan Coconut Roti I’ve ever had! But, whenever I ask her to share her recipe with me, her instructions involve “a fistful of that” and “two shakes of this” and “enough till the dough looks good” …and am standing around wondering what if my fist is smaller… and my definition of a shake isn’t the same as my mom’s … and what exactly entails a “good looking” dough???

So, after a lot of experimenting with different quantities of flour, coconut, water and salt (I did manage to get the main ingredients for Sri Lankan roti from my mom), I managed to come up with the Sri Lankan Coconut Roti you see here.

My daughter gave these a thumbs up and said they tasted close enough to my moms but not exactly like hers. Oh bugger! But, I do love these and figured I’d share them with y’all today.

I added some chili flakes to the ones I made ‘cos I love it hot and spicy! Now, there are several other versions, like these by fellow Sri Lankan born, Ramona @ Curry And Comfort, that add in red onions and green chilis as well.

We have been on a strict budget around here and that means we have been making a bunch of roti instead of running out and buying store-bought naan and flatbreads to enjoy with soups and curries.

Which has helped me put a curb on my chocolate intake…

Easy Sri Lankan Coconut Roti Recipe (with Chili Flakes) (2)

My love for chocolate is completely unconditional {it can call out to me anytime, anywhere – and I will be there} and totally unrequited! And, that’s ok.

Because, my fellow chocolate lovers, wouldn’t y’all agree a piece of chocolate on your tastebuds is like a bear hug and a long chat with a dear friend on a dastardly day?

However, with all that said, nope, I don’t have anything chocolate to share with you on here today. In fact, this year I have yet to buy a bar of chocolate!

What are the Ingredients needed to make these Easy Sri Lankan Coconut Roti?

You only need 5 ingredients + 1 optional one to make these coconut roti or coconut flatbread, and they are

all-purpose flour, (can use wheat flour or a gluten-free flour blend too)
shredded unsweetened coconut
salt
water
oil for greasing the pan with

And chili flakes for a spicy spin.

Easy Sri Lankan Coconut Roti Recipe (with Chili Flakes) (3)

Once you gather the ingredients together, these roti are so easy to make!

My daughter loves to munch on one or two of these Easy Sri Lankan Coconut roti as I make them… which always has me doubling or tripling the recipe you see here (that makes 4) so we have enough for dinner and/or breakfast.

We have also started swapping in roti made with onions and herbs like these and roti made with turmeric and zaatar.

Ingredients

1 cup all purpose flour , (can use wheat flour or a gluten free flour blend too)
1/2 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup + 3 tablespoons more, water
2 tsps chili flakes, optional
oil for greasing pan

Instructions

Add flour, shredded unsweetened coconut, salt, chili flakes and 1/2 cup water to a bowl and mix well using your hands or a spoon.If mixture is dry, add in the other 3 tablespoons of water and knead slightly into a ball.
Separate ball into four smaller ones.
Place a pan over a medium flame and grease with oil. Grease your hands with oil as well and stretch the balls out a bit and roll them out (using a rolling pin or your hands) so they are about the size of a saucer.
Place roti on warm pan and let cook about 4-5 minutes over a low/medium flame. When they look to be a bit dry, flip them over. Cover pan and let cook another 3 minutes or so. Repeat with all the roti.
Enjoy with any curry of your choice or soup or jam!

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Nutrition Information

Yield 4Serving Size 1
Amount Per ServingCalories 198Total Fat 11gSaturated Fat 6gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 4gCholesterol 0mgSodium 296mgCarbohydrates 27gNet Carbohydrates 0gFiber 3gSugar 1gSugar Alcohols 0gProtein 4g

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