Top 3 Mauritian Flatbreads

Dholl puri is a small, pan-fried, stuffed flatbread from Mauritius. It is the most popular street food item on the island, filled with anything from rougaille to chutneys and kheer rice pudding. The dish is consumed throughout the day, either for lunch or as a snack. These flatbreads are also commonly seen at festivities and wedding ceremonies.Expand

Farata is the Mauritian version of Indian paratha, a layered, flaky, pan-fried flatbread. It consists of three basic ingredients: flour, water, and oil. Faratas are traditionally served warm, accompanying spicy curry dishes or any kind of chutney.Expand

Roti chaud is a traditional flatbread originating from Mauritius. This snack is essentially a roti flatbread that's filled with rougaille (tomato-based sauce) and butter bean curry known as gros pois. The flatbread is filled, rolled into a wrap, then served with an array of pickles and chutneys. The rotis are usually made with a combination of flour, oil, warm water, and salt, while grois pois is made with a combination of butter beans, tomatoes, stock, coriander, garlic, and ginger. The dish can be found at Mauritian street food stalls, but it can also be prepared at home.Expand