Traditional Sri Lankan egg roti with spicy curry

Egg roti – A beautiful golden dish

  • Egg roti, also known as biththara roti, is a delicious and versatile flatbread popular in Sri Lanka and South India.
  • It’s made with a simple dough of flour, water, and salt, then enriched with eggs for a richer flavor and texture.
  • The roti can be enjoyed plain, stuffed with savory or sweet fillings, or used to scoop up curries and other dishes.
  • The roti has a savory flavor from the eggs, with a hint of saltiness.
  • Some popular fillings include onions, cheese, vegetables, meat, or sweet spreads.

Suitable for
: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
: Wheat flour, eggs, salt, water, black pepper (optional), onions (optional)
Category
: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Short Eats, Street Foods
Place of Origin
: South India
Authentic Sri Lankan egg roti from a local tea shop
Homemade egg roti folded and ready to serve