Roti Prata
is perhaps one of the most ubiquitous Indian dishes in Singapore,
yet it’s also greatly loved by both Singaporeans and foreigners
alike. Watching this local delight being prepared can be
almost as enjoyable as the eating experience itself. Made
from a combination of water and wheat flour, the dough is
skilfully stretched, flipped and folded by the vendor to
form a flat square. It’s then tossed onto a flat griddle
coated with hot oil until it turns a delicate golden brown.
Roti prata is often served alongside spicy curry gravy,
although sugar is also an excellent alternative. Modern
spin-offs of the traditional versions can be found in various
outlets in Singapore. Ranging from the ordinary like egg
prata (egg added inside the dough) to the oddly named tissue
prata (fried with butter, rolled into a cone shape and sprinkled
with sugar), this is certainly one dish you wouldn’t want
to miss. |
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Satay |
Fried Carrot Cake |
Roti Prata |
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Laksa |
Char Kway Teow |
Fish Head Curry |
Rojak |
Chili Crab |
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