Chopped flatbread stir-fried with spices and vegetables
Kothu Roti is a beloved street food featuring chopped roti tossed with curry leaves, onions, and spices. This savory dish combines crispy bread texture with aromatic spice flavors.
Serves 2
Cut cooled roti into bite-sized pieces
Dice onion, carrot, and cabbage finely
Heat oil, add curry leaves, then vegetables and spices
Add roti pieces and toss until heated through
Use day-old roti for best texture
Keep wok very hot for crispy roti
Add shrimp or chicken
Include eggs for protein
Best served fresh; refrigerate leftovers for 1 day
Kothu Roti originated in Sri Lanka and became popular across South Asia as street food.
Yes, paratha or chapati works well
Yes, this version is vegetarian; add meat as desired
Per serving · 2 servings total
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