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Curried Jamaican Ital Roti with Callaloo and Crunchy Nuts

This vibrant and satisfying Jamaican dish blends earthy spices, hearty callaloo, and a deliciously crunchy nut topping inside a soft, homemade roti.

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·By Troy·
Curried Jamaican Ital Roti with Callaloo and Crunchy Nuts
Prep
1 h
Cook
3 h
Difficulty
Intermediate
Serves
4

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Roti Dough

  1. 1

    Combine Flours and Salt

    Combine the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, and salt in a large bowl.

  2. 2

    Form the Dough

    Gradually add warm water and olive oil, mixing until a soft dough forms.

  3. 3

    Knead and Rest

    Knead the dough for 5 minutes, then cover and let it rest for 1 hour.

Sautéing the Callaloo Filling

  1. 1

    Heat Oil and Sauté Aromatics

    In a saucepan, heat olive oil and sauté onions and garlic until fragrant.

  2. 2

    Add Callaloo and Spices

    Add chopped callaloo, curry powder, and thyme. Cook until wilted.

  3. 3

    Cool the Filling

    Set aside the filling to cool slightly before assembling.

    Tip: Do not overfill the roti or it may tear.

How to Make Curried Jamaican Ital Roti with Callaloo and Crunchy Nuts

Total time: 4 h · Yields 4 servings

  1. 1

    Roti Cooking

    Roll out the rested dough into thin circles and cook on a hot skillet for 1-2 minutes per side.

  2. 2

    Nut Toasting

    In a dry pan, toast the mixed nuts with olive oil and salt until golden.

  3. 3

    Curry Sauce

    Simmer coconut milk with curry powder and turmeric until thickened.

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