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Thai Banana Roti

A delicious Thai street treat that's crispy on the outside and filled with warm, sweet bananas, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 11 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1.5 tsp 1 1/2 tsp salt Essential for flavor.
  • 260 ml 260 ml water At room temperature for better dough consistency.
  • 1 large 1 large egg Adds richness to the dough.
  • 500 g 500 g all-purpose flour Use high-quality flour for the best texture.
  • 55 g 55 g unsalted butter At room temperature, perfect for the dough.
  • 1.5 Tbsp 1 1/2 Tbsp (22 g) unsalted butter (for coating) Adds extra flavor as you coat the dough balls.
  • 1 Tbsp 1 Tbsp (15 ml) neutral flavored oil For coating the dough.
Filling Ingredients
  • Bananas Ripe and sweet, they are the star of the show.
Serving Suggestions
  • Sweetened condensed milk A must-have drizzled on top.
  • Nutella or chocolate sauce Optional, but highly recommended.
  • Granulated sugar To sprinkle sweetness on top.

Method
 

Preparation of Dough
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 260 ml of room temperature water and 1 1/2 tsp of salt. Whisk until the salt dissolves.
  2. Add 1 Tbsp of sweetened condensed milk and 1 large egg, whisking until everything is well combined.
  3. In another bowl, combine 500 g of all-purpose flour with 55 g of unsalted butter. Rub the butter into the flour until no big chunks remain; it should look granular.
  4. Add the flour mixture to the wet mixture; knead until all the dry flour is absorbed. Cover with a kitchen towel and let it rest for 15-30 minutes.
Kneading and Shaping
  1. On a clean surface, knead the dough for about 5 minutes, adding a pinch of flour if it’s too sticky. Let rest for another 10-15 minutes.
  2. Mix 1 1/2 Tbsp melted butter and 1 Tbsp neutral oil for coating the dough balls. Form the dough into 80g pieces, about 11 pieces total, and coat them with the butter-oil mixture.
  3. Let the dough balls rest for at least 3 hours or refrigerate overnight for best results.
Cooking the Roti
  1. On a lightly oiled surface, flatten one dough ball into a disk and stretch it into a thin sheet, being careful not to tear.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add oil to coat the bottom. Place the stretched dough into the skillet, then add banana slices in the center.
  3. Fold the edges over the filling and cook until both sides are golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per side.
  4. Transfer to a cutting board, cut into pieces, and generously drizzle with sweetened condensed milk or chocolate sauce. Sprinkle some sugar before serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. They freeze well for up to a month. Always taste your bananas before using; they should be sweet and fragrant.