Description
Indulgent purple sweet potato roti blends Caribbean and Indian culinary traditions with a colorful twist. Spices, herbs, and creamy potato create a delightful flatbread you can savor with favorite curries or enjoy as a standalone treat.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 medium purple sweet potato, boiled and mashed (about 1 cup)
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/4 cup almond flour or additional whole wheat flour
Binding and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons flax meal (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)
Liquid and Cooking Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons water (if needed)
- 1 teaspoon oil for the dough
- Oil for cooking rotis
Instructions
- Prepare the purple sweet potato by washing and cutting into three segments. Steam in an Instant Pot or steamer basket with one cup of water for 15 minutes using natural pressure release. After cooking, remove skin and thoroughly mash the potato using a fork.
- While the mashed sweet potato remains warm, incorporate whole wheat flour, almond flour, and flax meal. Blend ingredients until a cohesive dough forms, adding water if necessary to achieve proper texture. Knead into a smooth ball, coat with oil, and cover with a damp towel. Allow dough to rest for 15-20 minutes.
- Gently knead the rested dough with palms and fingers for five minutes to enhance elasticity. Divide dough into uniform-sized portions and roll each into a smooth ball. Dust work surface and dough with flour, then carefully roll each ball into thin, circular rotis using consistent pressure with a rolling pin.
- Preheat a tawa or griddle over medium-high heat. Gently remove excess flour from rolled roti and place carefully on hot surface. Cook each side for 15-20 seconds, flipping when light golden spots appear. Optionally brush with oil to enhance browning and achieve crispy texture.
Notes
- Choose firm, vibrant purple sweet potatoes for the most intense color and nutrient density.
- Steaming preserves more nutrients compared to boiling, maintaining the sweet potato’s rich purple hue and health benefits.
- Adjust flour ratios if you’re gluten-free by replacing whole wheat flour with alternative gluten-free flour blends like rice or chickpea flour.
- For added protein and nutrition, incorporate ground chia seeds or hemp seeds into the dough mixture for extra texture and health benefits.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Dinner
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 125 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg