Dosti roti is a popular type of roti in Trinidad and Tobago that is often referred to as “two in one” roti. The name originates from the way it is made, where two separate balls of dough are rolled out and then joined together before being cooked on a tawa or griddle. The result is a unique roti that has two distinct layers and is thicker than traditional roti. The dough for dosti roti is made with flour, water, and sometimes baking powder.
After the dough has been kneaded and rested, it is divided into two balls. Each ball is then rolled out into a circle and placed on top of one another before being rolled out together. The roti is then cooked on a tawa or griddle until it puffs up and is golden brown. Dosti roti is often served with curry dishes, chutneys, or eaten on its own as a snack. Its unique texture and flavor have made it a favorite among locals and visitors to Trinidad and Tobago alike.
Prep Time30minutes mins
Cook Time38minutes mins
Total Time1hour hr 8minutes mins
Course: Breads
Cuisine: East Indian
Servings: 8
Ingredients
- 3 cups flour sifted
- 3 tsp. Baking powder
- 1 tbsp. Melted unsalted butter or oil
- Water
- ½ tsp. Salt optional
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the flour, baking powder and salt. Add 1 1/8 cups water all at once and mix into a soft dough.
- Add more water if necessary. Knead dough (folding and sealing until smooth). Cover with a damp cloth and leave to rest for ½ hour.
- Knead once and divide into 8 balls (loyah). Allow to relax for 15 minutes.
- Then shape the balls into a circle 4″ in diameter. Spread butter or oil on top the first circle and top it with another.
- On a floured board or clean counter roll out the two roti together with a rolling pin.
- Lightly grease a hot baking stone or tawah. Then place the rolled out dough on the tawah until it is cooked on one side.
- Turn over and cook the other side. Remove and place on a clean towel. Insert knife between the two layers and separate to allow the steam out. Keep warm in a clean towel.
Click the link to download PDF of this recipe.
Click here for step by step recipe with pictures.
Recipe © Simply Trini Cooking. All rights reserved
Dosti (two in one) roti
Ingredients
- 3 cups flour sifted
- 3 tsp. Baking powder
- 1 tbsp. Melted unsalted butter or oil
- Water
- ½ tsp. Salt optional
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the flour, baking powder and salt. Add 1 1/8 cups water all at once and mix into a soft dough.
- Add more water if necessary. Knead dough (folding and sealing until smooth). Cover with a damp cloth and leave to rest for ½ hour.
- Knead once and divide into 8 balls (loyah). Allow to relax for 15 minutes.
- Then shape the balls into a circle 4″ in diameter. Spread butter or oil on top the first circle and top it with another.
- On a floured board or clean counter roll out the two roti together with a rolling pin.
- Lightly grease a hot baking stone or tawah. Then place the rolled out dough on the tawah until it is cooked on one side.
- Turn over and cook the other side. Remove and place on a clean towel. Insert knife between the two layers and separate to allow the steam out. Keep warm in a clean towel.
