Lacy Pancake (roti Jala)
Lacy Pancake, also known as Roti Jala, is a popular Malaysian dish that translates to "net bread" due to its intricate lacy pattern. This delicate and flavorful pancake is commonly served with rich curries or spicy stews.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 1/2 cups coconut milk
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, turmeric powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, egg, and water.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until smooth.
- Transfer the batter to a squeeze bottle or a special roti jala mold.
- Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and lightly grease it with melted butter.
- Squeeze the batter in a lacy pattern onto the pan and cook for 1-2 minutes until the pancake is set.
- Fold the pancake into a triangle shape and transfer to a serving plate.
- Repeat the process with the remaining batter.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 20g
- Protein
- 5g
- Fat
- 6g
Supplies
Mixing bowl Whisk Squeeze bottle or roti jala mold Non-stick pan
Tools
Spatula Serving plate
Serving suggestions
Serve the lacy pancake with a side of chicken curry or beef rendang for a complete and satisfying meal.
Tips & tricks
For a more vibrant color, you can add a few drops of natural food coloring to the batter.
Cost
$5