Sel Roti (Rice Flour Bread)

Name: Sel Roti (Rice Flour Bread)
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 2 cup Rice Flour; 0.5 cup Sugar; 1.25 cup Water; 2 tbsp Ghee Substitute (Vegetable Shortening); 0.5 tsp Cardamom Powder; 0.25 tsp Baking Soda; 3 cup Vegetable Oil

A sweet, ring-shaped Nepali rice flour bread, often made during festivals. This recipe ensures a dairy-free preparation while retaining its traditional taste.

30m prep + 30m cook8 servings

DAIRY-free

250 cal|3g protein|40g carbs|8g fat|1g fiber

Ingredients

2 cup Rice Flour
0.5 cup Sugar
1.25 cup Water
2 tbsp Ghee Substitute (Vegetable Shortening)
0.5 tsp Cardamom Powder
0.25 tsp Baking Soda
3 cup Vegetable Oil

Instructions

1In a large bowl, mix rice flour, sugar, ghee substitute (vegetable shortening), cardamom powder, and baking soda.
2Gradually add water while mixing continuously until a smooth, thick batter is formed. The batter should be able to coat the back of a spoon.
3Let the batter rest for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, for better fermentation.
4Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or wok over medium heat.
5Pour the batter in a circular motion into the hot oil to form a ring shape. You can use your hand or a measuring cup to do this.
6Fry the sel roti until golden brown and crispy on both sides, flipping occasionally. This usually takes about 2-3 minutes per side.
7Remove the sel roti from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
8Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

Substitutions

Ghee → Vegetable Shortening

Dairy-free alternative providing similar richness and texture.

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