How do I make the best prata?

  1. Sift flour into a bowl.
  2. Whisk together milk, water, egg, and oil or melted margarine in another bowl.
  3. Add wet ingredients to the dry ingredients; mix until well combined.
  4. Knead the dough for 15 minutes.
  5. Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces and shape into balls.
  6. Place a ball of dough on an oiled work surface.

How is roti prata prepared?

Roti prata is made from dough, which is prepared by mixing plain flour, water, egg and salt. It is kneaded and then divided into small parts, flattened slightly before ghee or margarine is added. The dough is left to rest, possibly refrigerated, for about 5-8 hours or overnight.

What is good for roti prata?

Over the years, consuming of Roti Prata has changed unlike back in the days where you dip it in with their signature fish curry or dhal sauce. Now, you can have your Roti Prata with different types of fillings and toppings for such as egg, banana, cheese, chocolate syrup or even ice cream.

Is roti prata healthy?

Comment : Although this meal is high in protein and fibre, it is much too high in energy, fat, saturated fat, cholesterol and sodium to be eaten re​​gularly, so limit to 1 – 2 times a month, and have it as a shared meal with other healthier options.

What is prata dough?

Originated from southern India, roti canai is sometimes called roti paratha or roti prata. These roti are modified and made famous by Mamak (Muslim-Indian) hawkers and street stalls all over the Malaysia. They are crispy, buttery and flaky. The flat breads are made of ghee (clarified called) and flour.

What is so special about roti prata?

Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, roti prata hits the spot every time. A South-Indian flat bread made by frying stretched dough flavoured with ghee (Indian clarified butter), it is usually served with fish or mutton curry. Roti means ‘bread’, and prata or paratha means ‘flat’ in Hindi.

What curry goes with prata?

Best enjoyed with a side of mutton or chicken curry, prata kosong lets you taste the original flavours of this local fried flatbread. You can also enjoy this with popular fillings such as egg, cheese, onions or mushrooms.

What is the difference between roti and prata?

Roti means ‘bread’, and prata or paratha means ‘flat’ in Hindi. Some believe the dish evolved from original pancake recipes from Punjab in India, but across the causeway in Malaysia, the flat bread is called roti canai, which some say is a nod to its origins from Chennai.

What are the two main differences between roti and prata?

However, there are subtle differences between the two breads. The parotta, unlike the paratha, is made with maida flour, which has a higher gluten percentage. The result is a silkier, doughier flatbread. It is said that the roti prata that we know and love is derived from this South Indian favourite.

Why prata is not healthy?

Can diabetics eat roti prata?

Roti prata is fried in animal fat (ghee). It’s thus high in saturated fat – which can worsen insulin resistance. Even worse, this oily, crispy fare is also often paired with curry and/or sugar.