Roti (Parathas) || Easy Beginner Tutorial

In this video I am showing you step by step how to make Guyanese style roti. My recipe is slightly non-traditional but produces a perfectly soft and flaky roti, every time.
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[@cherylpatten6001]

Girllllllll.... listen.... tonight was the first time I ever made roti and.... they were perfect!!! My Guyanese husband approves 👍 👌 😎 thank u so so much ur instructions were so clear n easy to follow... thank you!!!!

[@howijourney]

The lady who taught me how to make roti! This recipe is so easy and fool proof. If you've ever wanted to make roti, this recipe is it.

[@devonrutherford2516]

Omg omg omg...all my life I never knew how to make roti.i can't thank you enough. I made this using your exact recipe. I ended up with more than 5. But now I know I can do it and I'll be making more. Today. Never felt more close to my culture than I do right now. Next dhal puri

[@stephaniewilkinson5859]

Finally a roti recipe that even an American can make. I've made this recipe twice already (2 days in a row) and they came out perfect both times. Thank you so much!

[@kaylorntelfer8426]

Me too try it came out like perfection .....

[@indranipricejones7465]

Just like the way you cooked your roti. I will try. Thank you.

[@sharonsanchez7638]

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[@reginaparkala7710]

Its made in india

[@keyme52525]

@@reginaparkala7710 so

[@sophievanderbilt1325]

I really appreciate that you didn't do a lot of editing to the process. I've never made roti, so it's super helpful to watch someone make them in real time. Thanks!

[@myasolow7579]

I am an Rn & the best part of working in inner city Hospitals is working with Nurses from all over the World. I worked @ Northwestern in Chicago way back in the 1970-80s, I think I remember having this filled with a Veggie Curry (potato & Cauliflower) wrapped like a big egg roll, DEliCiouS. Those were the days we all thought we would never loose touch with each other sadly life got in the way. I am very grateful that I still do have two friends from that time which is amazing. Thank U I enjoyed this so much,

[@TriniSimpleLiving]

I agree see my videos

[@lawvawnisrael4853]

I've never made roti myself, however I use to buy them from a store front restaurant that have now closed. So, I now see how to make them myself. Thank you for the video, and it was well explained. You did a great job.

[@zee1798]

YOU ROCK!! It’s a shame how many times I was taught to make roti. All the traditional ways I always thought no way too complicated. So they didn’t make me do it. Girl, now I live in a place where if I want Guyanese food I need to make it myself. So I was feeling brave and I found you, what I posted my roti on Instagram, I didn’t realize some of the people who contacted me were still following me. They all wanted the recipe and I forwarded your link. One friend already followed you and never saw the roti recipe. Thank you, it’s not only easy but my roti came out perfectly flaky with lovely “ brown bits”😋. Making more right now, thank you, sooo soooo easy!

[@tweetybyrd755]

Covid got me cooking things I never thought I could. My West Indian mum would be so happy.

[@margaretclinton9459]

Thanks for Sharing. I certainly will try this. I love Roti. Blessings

[@TriniSimpleLiving]

I agree see my videos

[@yvonneellis362]

Am trying to mske roti a long they never cm out perfect am going to ty urs

[@gloriaaviles9113]

Awesome ! glad some moms still teach their young ones how to cook and do other home things, it does come in handy for when grown up and they may have to do it for then selves !

[@tammi67able]

Still making these and they are so simple and delicious, thanks for showing us the easy way. I’m an American 🇺🇸 woman and I never thought I would be able to make these, but I can now thank too you. Thank you and God bless! ❤❤❤

[@DKIFf346]

OMG!! Thank you so much. I tried the recipe with ghee and it came out perfect. The way I remember it growing up. The addition of the yeast is a game changer. My husband is so happy right now. I used to make curries and always had to buy the roti skin to complete my meal....not anymore thanks to this super easy recipe.

[@Metemgee]

You’re welcome!

[@christineflygirl]

Tried a recipe from a professional chef, tried yours, you win BY FAR! They are amazing. I was at first surprised that there was no salt in them, but you don't need it, they were perfect with the chicken curry we made. They were flaky and soft, perfect! The method is very well explained, especially the rolling part (cone, tucking etc..) and the clapping. I used the container version to clap. We are making the recipe again tomorrow with jerk chicken... thank you so much!

[@Metemgee]

Thank you for this. I stopped putting salt in mine because we always eat it with curry but many people add a pinch of salt to the flour.

[@joymills4455]

@@Metemgee I just made this for the first time last night for my Guyanese bf, and it came out lovely! I just assumed there wasn't salt in the recipe so as to not counteract the yeast, so I sprinkled some salt on each as soon as they came out of the pan. Perfect with the dahl and rice I made! Thank you for the excellent video and recipe.

[@andrewleonardi3351]

I almost gave up on making Roti and your video saved the day! Great beginner video thank you!

[@milos.8705]

I would just like to clarify that generally roti and paratha are not interchangeable. The roti (of north Indian origin) is a simple, two layered, puffed-up bread made of fine wheat flour (atta) whereas paratha (of south Indian origin) is a layered flatbread made with all-purpose flour (maida). It seems to me that you made the latter and it looks very good! Keep up the good work!

[@HSJ1076]

It is interchangeable, within the numerous variations.. Malay term for what North Indians call paratha is roti... Chapati/phulkaa/roti is an interchangeable term for the same thing in the North....

[@movieworldtvpeopleplacesthings]

WOW...amazing tutorial on how to make Roti the Guyanese style.

[@VsLife]

The first time I taste a roti, I fell in love with it... Now you just showed me have to make it... Thank you😊

[@terrijoseph-miller5471]

I can't wait to try this.

[@tracykailan4542]

I’ve been making roti for years cause my kids will only eat mine. But I still learned a lot from this tutorial, never thought of using yeast. Best video by far!

[@seviloolives2403]

I learned so much in just this one video, and I bake so - mad props. The clapping and the lamination technique are amazing.

[@therealmrhugzzz]

OMG!! This revived soooo many memories of time spent in the kitchen making roti with my mom (RIP). This is exactly how my mom did it. I'll make some today!! Thank you so much!

[@shalanathomas7751]

Hey how'd it come out? 🙂

[@therealmrhugzzz]

@@shalanathomas7751 Amazing! Exactly as when my mom used to make it. And the yeast trick made it so much easier!! Definitely being added to my go to list!! #hugzzzapproved

[@shalanathomas7751]

@@therealmrhugzzz awesome 😊

[@iancaldeian]

This is how my mom's hands looked when she used to make Roti back home. Work of art. Thanks for sharing - from the Bronx.

[@Metemgee]

Thanks for sharing. Just looked this up and omg yummy!!!

[@abbeyg9002]

I cant count how many times I've made this... it's a hit with everyone who's tried it😅 They all want to know the 'secret ingredient' lol. Also things I add to mine that make the actual roti a bit more tasty: salt, black pepper/ cayenne pepper, powder milk ( or substitute half of the water for evaporated milk). Sometimes I forget to make these additions and I can definitely taste the difference. Thank you for igniting my love for roti💕

[@lindafolding9574]

I've been making rotis for years,but this recipe is the best.Thank you.

[@patriciageorge3104]

Thank you so much!!! I tried your recipe and it was awesome!!! I’ve been trying to make parata roti perfectly for over fifty years. Today I tried your recipe with my 11 year old grand daughter and I was so proud of the outcome!! It was soft, light, and tasted delicious!

[@gkgarnold]

Excellent recipe! This is my first time making roti, and I love the way it turned out. Thank you! Glad so many are using this time to expand their culinary skills-therapeutic!

[@josannelucess7196]

I love this video, thank you so much. I am going to try it

[@tyraslater3342]

I just made this . It’s AMAZING very easy to follow thank you soooooo much 🙂

[@joannabatherson6783]

Thanks, great directions and you make it sound like great fun to make! 🥣💗

[@kaus6499]

This recipe was perfect and easy. I always wanted to make roti and now thanks to you I've been able to do this twice now and everyone loves it.

[@leenashops2035]

I am vegan and my kiddo is also lefty... I felt this. Thank you! I have been wanting to make this for a long time and your method seems so doable!

[@lynettereid-taylor5253]

Love looking at roti cooking done this way

[@blessed6474]

Your process is much easier. Thank you. I definitely know i can do it

[@Metemgee]

Thank you so much

[@Nyse102]

Thank you I love your easy step by step instructions Will definitely give this a try

[@SaggiScorp]

Just finished stuffing myself with your wonderful bussup shut! THANK YOU SO MUCH! I visited T & T, 15 years ago, and still crave the foods, and drinks. Tried someone else's recipe and it was such a flop, I haven't tried in 10 years. Even trekked all over New York, to purchase from the community, but I won't have to anymore, because of your recipe. Since I haven't progressed to making curried stews to eat with it, I settled for my 3 hour chili. OH! MY! GOSH! I'm in heaven! Thank you for your generosity in sharing your "secret sauce (yeast)." It's PERFECT! You even shared remedies for clapping; using a container instead. God bless you and your family. Thank you so much, again! I'm SO grateful!

[@navycottoncandi]

Ok. Great. Thanks so much. Really appreciate your quick response and thanks for the delicious recipes. Keep them coming!

[@jarmundle]

Ever since I can remember, I've always wanted to learn how to make roti, I tried twice and gave up. I had many promises to be taught, but no fulfillment, tonight I tried your recipe and techniques and to my amazement my family were ecstatic to the taste and quality. Thank you for sharing you and your family recipe with us, it brought joy to the dinner table tonight. 🙂

[@Metemgee]

Awww this comment makes me so happy. Thank you for sharing.

[@lindahorton38]

@@Metemgee I also appreciate your easy to understand method which you clearly stated is 'non-traditional'. Pay no attention to negative bloggers who have nothing to contribute and waste everyone's time. Keep up the good work. I've made roti many times but never as soft and fluffy as these!

[@grecelp]

Yes just tried your recipe and we were all so very happy with the results. It went well with last night's dhall curry ...and now that is what everyone wants again for tonight's dinner. Thanks you for sharing the recipe.👍

[@dorfulbis916]

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[@shadows4419]

kin i tried the tortilla maker to make rotis and the result was not bad. The roti was not as thin as I make them but nobody in the family complained so I guess it’s ok. We Indians need roti everyday and sometime’s you do get sick of rolling them out.

[@meralynparisvlogs7328]

Looks so yummy. Thanks for sharing. I must try. Love it.

[@shaheedahamilton5443]

Just used your recipe for paratha and you are not kidding! They were so soft. And you are right. The yeast allowed me to make them a lot faster. Using the spatula also helped. Thank you so very much.

[@natoyapayne2950]

Listen I am Guyanese and I've been struggling with this roti thing... Gurl thank you. I tried it today and it was perfect. It's 10pm and it was still soft. Thank you.

[@williamjackson9360]

thank you very much i tried it now i am world famous.(home famous)

[@atienzamontemar8276]

Love this, thanks to recipe mam

[@trigodipirate]

Thank you, thank you, thank you...I truly appreciate your recipe. Rotis came out nice, soft, and flaky.

[@julzfitness2842]

My hubby and kids approved. Finally found a good method to get fabulous roti.THANK YOU!

[@fazeedahamid3278]

Hey girl u can place a hand towel at the bottom of the rolling board. It helps from not moving around while u roll ur roti🙂

[@sophievanderbilt1325]

Yes good idea! Also, I have a paper thin silicone mat that I put under my cutting board (or mixing bowls, too) and they don't budge!

[@MsNatz]

Love these tips. Thank you

[@naufrage0]

You have to wet it

[@shiroonmohammed1445]

@@sophievanderbilt1325 nice

[@magzlyn21]

I usually use a damp washcloth, zero movement. Will try this recipe in a min.

[@lilosvibe7805]

This the first video ever that made me feel confident that I can make roti 😂 you are great and much appreciated for the way you explained everything ❤️

[@chynddynch5316]

OMG! Your the best teacher ever, I have been trying this many years I have never get it correct but today you make my dreams come true thanks my dear sister. Almost 20 years and I don't have give up to learn something new thanks again.

[@panziebaker9584]

FANTASTIC, FINALLY, and Definitely easier step by step process for someone not of your culture to follow who enjoys eating ROTI. Thank you.

[@sharlenelamoth5753]

I tried this recipe and let me tell you....my family loved it. I love roti and this was my first time doing it and they turned out great! Thank you so much for this simple but very delicious recipe❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾🥰

[@CookingForCales]

I’ve always wanted to know how to make roti. These look good and so easy to make. Thanks for all the tips too!

[@genevasmall2395]

My roti came out perfect for my very first time. My family loved it.

[@locasiare]

Thank you for sharing 🙏 they look so delicious!

[@ayannapark2885]

I just learning your way. I will try it after 35 years

[@seleneali6334]

So I love the bowl technique... I have never seen this before. Tutorial looked simple so I'm excited to try . Thank you .

[@Metemgee]

You’re welcome

[@alisonfrederick-salandy8147]

I have always purchased roti skins as I felt making roto required specific skills. I tried this for the first time. It was perfect. My husband who does not care for buss up shot, asked for more. Yippee!! This was so easy to follow. Next, dhalpuri. Thanks for this.

[@geneirvine9710]

Thank you for this guy's appreciation! You made it simple and yummy.

[@lillianadhiambo5590]

Nice looking, I've learnt new style. Looks yummy

[@nunuallen4327]

I've learned a trillion good things on the net, this recipe was one of them and I made this today and it came out perfect. Thank you.

[@Nydia281]

I tried this recipe over the weekend but I added a little sugar and salt, using the Ghee and it was super delicious. That little yeast made the difference for that flaky soft outcome. Thanks so much for this!

[@la-shakastlouis8696]

Making this as a first timer relieves so much stress. Thank you for this foolproof recipe!

[@georgiewalker1069]

This looks so delicious. Great teaching style, thank you from South Africa 🇿🇦 we love Indian cuisine here. My British grandmother was born in India and lived there for 18 years. She made us fragrant and delicious curry. I will be watching more of your videos. 💫

[@Metemgee]

Thank you so much

[@susanward8622]

I love d way u wrap an roll it in different ways definitely will try d new way

[@Metemgee]

There are so many different ways that people do it. Try them and use the one you feel most comfortable with.

[@user-ft8rk8ef7g]

Yes, I also Agree. Holly from Sydney, Australia 🇦🇺 😊🎉😂❤

[@audreyjodiengeli448]

Hi, this is one kind of food i like when i used to worked in middle east. Finally, by sharing this video i can now make my own roti perfect for butter chicken (indian food). Thanks and cheers

[@stlangf7170]

I made it and it came out perfectly soft and flaky!! This was done on the first try!! Your method is easy. THANK YOU!!!

[@nazleengoolab6548]

Thanks a lot looks so easy will give a try

[@cherylfrederick5093]

Hi my name is Cheryl, i made the roti for the very first time, i would always go and purchase my roti, not ever again, it came out perfect

[@indrajasodrabhadaiaziz1248]

Oh wow, I have to try it with the yeast and I do use Vegan butter. So this makes me very happy 👏🏽👏🏽 thanks, I will let you know whenever I try it!

[@Metemgee]

Awesome.

[@ShellyKingston]

I have never made fluffy roti before but after watching your videos, my Roti and dhal puri is the Bomb. I have started a new business making roti, dhal puri and other dishes. Thank you 🙏 very much

[@genellfrancis5936]

I love this method

[@candilou411]

Thank you so much! I tried this recipe and was very satisfied with the outcome.

[@Metemgee]

Thank you for trying it.

[@mariaazaredo9745]

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[@dennisnandan9937]

@@Metemgee ❤❤❤❤💖💖💖💝💝💝💝I love it

[@deborahcummings7621]

I was more determine to make this come out right especially after you said your seven-year-old son got it thanks for passing it on I will subscribe

[@normadavid1239]

It's wonderful thank you, so so good never made it this way before

[@ms.jcookingvideos2395]

I love roti my friend thanks for sharing this

[@cosmicnewstoday7421]

They look really scrumptious. Many thanks for the wonderful video (nicely presented too 😀).

[@siggymo]

Thank you!!! I’ve watched your videos and finally made it just now and I can’t stop smiling. This reminds me of Trinidad buss up shot in a kind of way and I always wanted this soft texture of roti! It’s sooooo soft!! You are the best! Everything worked out and my little family and I in Russia, will be having these tonight. Thank you a million times over!

[@Metemgee]

Love it. Thank you for trying and sharing and hello Russia!

[@siggymo]

Definitely will be trying more recipes! So Please keep posting, cooking and influencing our kitchen lives ))))

[@Yohanan01]

Thank you. I love roti. I am going to make them myself, now.

[@LileArtCraft]

great roti making tutorial nice

[@tammi67able]

Looks delicious! I like how you show different ways to make the same thing! Thanks for sharing, I subscribed!

[@lizziemickinzie5992]

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[@Miamaisaota]

I live in Việt Nam and I love Roti so much. I had chances to try it at some Indian restaurants here but thanks to your video I know how to make it at home 😍 thank you 🙏

[@Ilaya59]

Beautiful Indian cuisine. ❤

[@ivythomas-dyer295]

Beautiful blessings to you thank you for sharing this Roti 🫓 video 🙏🏿👍🏾

[@mamayounggll8069]

Love it

[@trudyforde9774]

Thank you for your recipe and technique, I just made some roti skin and with your recipe they came out perfect, sorry I can't post a pic thanks again

[@JR-qk9zm]

Nice tutorial!!

[@zoebianca24]

Thank you for the tutorial. Really Appreciate it.

[@kelalamusic9258]

I am sooo glad I found this video. I was introduced to curry and roti years ago from a Guyanese family. I couldn't believe how incredibly delicious it was. Not only roti, but potato balls and many other dishes like metem. Forgive me if I got that wrong. I don't have access to Guyanese cooking where I live now. I've been craving this for a long time. I'm going to give this a try, and I'm subscribing to you channel. YES, Guyanese food again!!! 😋. Much, much mahalo! Oh, by the way, I must admit, there is one dish that I didn't like and that is pepper pot. Sorry! Everything else, big time YES 👍

[@Babziboo]

This was great to watch. It's informative, easy to understand and well demonstrated. I truly appreciate an excellent tutorial and you did that, sis!

[@QueenNish2828]

Omg thanks sooo much for your recipe!!! It came out soooooo good! My family and I loveeddd it!

[@Metemgee]

Yay. Glad it worked.

[@Jerrel.A]

Perfect and encouraging directions. Thank you.

[@EuckeeRojas]

Thank you very much. I made near perfect roti using your tips. As an aspiring chef I thank you for helping me grow.

[@Leo_Lise]

I tried this recipe and my batch of roti’s came out perfect 🥰 I clapped the roti by putting it in a tub and voila 😍 tasted gooood along side my curry chicken. I can officially say I know how to make roti 💯 Thank you sooooo much!!!x

[@abdullahn3925]

Plz join#supertastycooking

[@StrawberryQwik]

This looks really good! I'm going to try it with spelt flour. Thanks for sharing your recipe and techniques.

[@TheEmpresslesa2010]

StrawberryQwik how was the result with the spelt Flout

[@StonedustandStardust]

Can't wait to try! Thank You so much

[@melissaflores8355]

i made these with my grandson they came out amazing , they are his new favorite, thank you

[@elizabethgenat-hung2645]

I will try this. I use to be able to buy it in my super market. But because of the lock downs it is no longer in the market

[@malikaangeljohnson8409]

I have a disability and it is difficult for me but I love to cook so I'll try this recipe

[@jahruuts]

You’re amazing!! 🙌🏽💯 Thank you!!

[@msreds23]

How did I miss this video? Thank you thank you 🙏🏽 this is definitely on my to do list.

[@ladyfray11]

I made roti once and finished what seems like days later. Took so long. I now have renewed hope with this recipe. 🤞🏾

[@Bousobewildin]

I use this recipe every time and it works out perfectly. Thank you

[@reginasukumar3471]

Just loved the way you make it. Thank you. 👌👍

[@tammi67able]

This is delicious!!! I became a vegan oct 2020 so glad this is vegan!! Thank you! I made it and it came out perfectly delicious! Thank you for this video! I subscribed to your channel

[@rubenchoychoo8551]

I was vegan. don't stay for to long in this mindset.