Authentic Thai Roti Dessert Recipe
This authentic Thai roti dessert is pan-fried until crispy and topped with condensed milk or any topping you like.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Clean flat work surface or tray , for kneading and stretching the dough
- Damp kitchen towel or plastic wrap , to cover the dough while resting
- Rolling Pin , optional for easier stretching
- Non-stick pan
- Spatula or tongs
Ingredients
- 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
- Add flour to a large mixing bowl. Make a well in the center and add egg, salt, and oil.
- Gradually pour in lukewarm water while kneading the dough by hand. Knead until smooth and elastic—it should bounce back slightly when pressed.
- 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.
- 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.
- Brush each dough ball generously with melted butter. Place them in a bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let rest for 30 minutes.
- 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.
- Lift one edge of the dough and let it stretch naturally into your other hand. Repeat for each dough ball.
- Stretch each dough sheet again—very thin for a crispy texture, or slightly thicker for a softer result.
- Fry each dough sheet in a pan with 1 tablespoon of oil and a little melted butter.
- Cook until golden brown and crispy on both sides. Serve immediately with sweetened condensed milk, sugar, or your favorite topping.
Notes
- Use the nutrition card in this recipe as a guideline.
- I added lots of step-by-step images in the post to guide you. They’re super helpful, especially if it’s your first time making this!
Calories: 178kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 171mg | Potassium: 40mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 58IU | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 2mg
