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Nutritional Values
290kcal
7gProtein
55gCarbs
7gFat
3gFibre
100 gServing
* Per serving · 100 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
Roshi
How to order / say it
Say it
ރޮށި — [roh-shi]
Order
Can I get some Roshi, please?
Locally
ރޮށި ލިޔެހެއްދާ!
Say locally
A soft and thin flatbread commonly paired with savory dishes.
Why try it?
Roshi is a culinary staple in Dhigurah, vital for scooping up curries and other main dishes. Its simplicity affirms the comfort found in basic yet essential cuisine components.
How it tastes
Light and chewy, Roshi serves as the perfect accompaniment to flavorful dishes, allowing its subtle grain flavor to complement richer curry and fish preparations.
Origin & History — first documented: 1950
Roshi entered Dhigurah's culinary scene in the mid-20th century, influenced by broader South Asian cuisine and valued for its versatility and ease of preparation.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 300 g wheat flour
- 180 ml water
- 🧂 1 tsp salt
- 20 ml ghee
Method
- 1 Mix flour, salt, and water to form a dough.
- 2 Knead until smooth and cover for 30 minutes.
- 3 Divide into small balls and roll into thin circles.
- 4 Cook on a hot griddle with ghee until browned.
- 5 Serve warm as a side with curries.
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