Malaysian Roti Canai With Quick Lentil Curry 1769985191545 Vfvt
A flaky, buttery Malaysian flatbread served alongside a savory, protein-packed red lentil dhal for a comforting meal.

Total
45 min
Prep
20 min
Cook
25 min
Serves
4
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Recipe serves 4
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Frozen Roti Canai (store-bought)
- 1 cup Red Lentils (Masoor Dal)
- 3 cups Water
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil
- 1 teaspoon Mustard Seeds
- 1 unit Small Onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Curry Powder
- 0.5 cup Coconut Milk(optional)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 cup Fresh Cilantro(optional)
Instructions
- 1
Rinse the red lentils thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear.
- 2
In a medium pot, combine lentils, water, and turmeric; bring to a boil, then simmer for 15 minutes until soft.
- 3
While lentils cook, heat oil in a skillet and sauté mustard seeds until they begin to pop.
- 4
Add the chopped onion and garlic to the skillet, frying until golden brown and fragrant.
- 5
Stir the curry powder into the onion mixture for 30 seconds, then pour this 'tempering' into the cooked lentils.
- 6
Stir in the coconut milk and salt, allowing the curry to thicken over low heat for 5 minutes.
- 7
Heat a separate non-stick pan over medium-high heat and cook the roti canai for 2 minutes per side until golden and puffy.
- 8
Clap the roti between your hands to fluff the layers and serve immediately with the warm lentil curry.
Nutrition per serving
Calories
420
21% of a 2,000 kcal day
| Protein | 14 g |
| Carbohydrate | 52 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Fiber | 9 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 680 mg |
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