Pol Roti aka Coconut roti

Makes 5 rotis 

Coconut roti pairs perfectly with yellow dhal and lunu miris

Ingredients 

• 140g all-purpose flour 

• 75g freshly grated coconut 

• 20g red onion, finely minced

• 2 small fresh green chillies, finely minced 

• 8 curry leaves, finely minced 

• 1 tsp sea salt 

• 1 tbsp coconut oil 

• 75ml of warm water 

Method 

1. In a bowl, add all the ingredients except the warm water. Mix well to ensure even distribution of the ingredients throughout the flour. 

2. Add the warm water and using a wooden spoon, mix it well bring making a dough. If it feels a little dry add another tablespoon full of warm water. 

3. Very carefully use your hands, knead the dough until it comes together, about 5 minutes. 

4. Next divide the dough 5 equal pieces and roll into balls (c.60–65g each ball). Using a lightly floured surface, take one ball at a time and flatten the roti into a circle using your hand, each roti should be about 1cm thick. 

5. Heat a non-stick frying pan over a medium fire and rub with a little coconut oil on the pan. Once hot, start cooking one roti at time. Cook each side for 2–3 minutes or until there is a little dark charring. Repeat for every roti, ensuring you lightly oil the pan between each roti. Serve with lunu miris and fish curry!