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🫓 Authentic Roti Prata Recipe (Singaporean Crispy Flatbread)

Roti Prata is one of Singapore’s most beloved street foods — a flaky, crispy, and chewy flatbread often enjoyed with curry or sugar. Similar to India’s paratha but with its own twist, it’s a must-try Singaporean breakfast, snack, or late-night supper.

In this post, you’ll learn how to make authentic roti prata at home with simple ingredients, step-by-step instructions, and tips for perfect layers.

⭐ Why You’ll Love This Roti Prata Recipe

  • Crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy inside.
  • Versatile — enjoy with curry, sugar, or condensed milk.
  • Family-friendly recipe, perfect for breakfast or snacks.
  • A highly searched Singaporean street food recipe with global appeal.

🥘 Ingredients You’ll Need

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 2 tbsp ghee (or vegetable oil)
  • ¾ cup water (adjust as needed)
  • 2 tbsp oil (for greasing and frying)

Optional Serving:

  • Chicken curry, dhal curry, or sugar/condensed milk for dipping.

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Make the Dough

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, sugar, and ghee.
  2. Slowly add water and knead until a smooth, elastic dough forms.
  3. Cover and let it rest for 30 minutes.

Step 2: Rest & Oil the Dough

  1. Divide dough into small balls (golf-ball size).
  2. Coat each ball lightly with oil.
  3. Cover and rest for 4–6 hours (or overnight) for best results.

Step 3: Stretch the Dough

  1. On a greased surface, flatten one dough ball with your palms.
  2. Stretch gently into a thin sheet until almost transparent.
  3. Fold edges inward to form a square or roll into a coil and flatten (for layered prata).

Step 4: Fry the Roti Prata

  1. Heat a skillet or griddle with a little oil.
  2. Fry prata until golden brown and crispy, about 2–3 minutes per side.
  3. Repeat with remaining dough.

Step 5: Serve Hot

  • Serve immediately with curry, dhal, or a sprinkle of sugar.

💡 Tips & Variations

  • Add an egg, onion, or cheese filling before folding for Egg Prata, Cheese Prata, or Onion Prata.
  • Make sweet prata by adding bananas, chocolate, or condensed milk.
  • Resting the dough longer gives softer, stretchier prata.
  • For extra crispiness, fry on medium-high heat with a bit more oil.

🌍 What to Serve with Roti Prata

  • Classic: Fish curry, chicken curry, or dhal.
  • Sweet: Sugar, condensed milk, or kaya jam.
  • Street food style: Pair with iced teh tarik (pulled tea).

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I make roti prata without ghee?
A: Yes, vegetable oil works fine, but ghee gives a richer flavor.

Q: Can I freeze roti prata dough?
A: Yes, freeze dough balls separately in plastic wrap. Thaw overnight before cooking.

Q: Is roti prata the same as Indian paratha?
A: They are similar, but prata is usually thinner, flakier, and cooked with more stretching technique.

📌 Final Thoughts

Roti Prata is one of Singapore’s most iconic comfort foods, loved for its crispy layers and versatility. Whether you serve it with curry for a savory treat or sugar for a sweet snack, this recipe will bring Singapore hawker flavors straight to your kitchen.

👉 Try making this roti prata recipe at home and let me know in the comments how yours turned out!

✅ Similar Recipes for Roti Prata :

  1. Roti Canai (Malaysian Flatbread) 🇲🇾

    • Very close cousin of roti prata, crispy on the outside and chewy inside.
    • Usually served with dhal curry or fish curry.

  2. Indian Paratha (Layered Flatbread) 🇮🇳

    • A flaky, layered flatbread made with ghee.
    • Can be plain or stuffed with potatoes, paneer, or spinach.

  3. Chapati (Whole Wheat Flatbread) 🫓

    • A healthier, unleavened flatbread made with atta (whole wheat flour).
    • Softer and lighter than prata, often served daily in Indian households.

  4. Naan Bread (Soft Leavened Flatbread) 🍞

    • Fluffy oven-baked bread, often topped with garlic or butter.
    • Served with rich curries — a restaurant favorite worldwide.

  5. Poori (Deep-Fried Indian Bread) 🍽️

    • Small round breads fried until puffed and golden.
    • Similar indulgence to prata, but with a crispy, airy texture.

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