Vegetable Roti with Sweet Potato & Leek Filling

Intro:

Every morning, my kitchen fills with the warm, inviting aroma of spices as I prepare my grandmother’s style vegetable roti. This isn’t just a simple snack—it’s a dish steeped in love, memories, and tradition. I still remember sitting on the wooden bench near her clay wall kitchen, watching her expertly mix vegetables and spices, while the sunlight danced across the walls. Today, I bring that same comfort and flavor into my own kitchen, creating a vegetable roti that’s aromatic, wholesome, and utterly delicious .

Ingredients – Aromatic Sweet Potato & Leek Filling (Grandmother’s Style)

1–2 boiled sweet potatoes, mashed

1–2 leeks, chopped

1–2 green chilies, chopped

1 small red onion, chopped

2–3 garlic cloves, chopped

1 tsp mustard seeds

5–6 curry leaves

1–2 pandan leaves (optional, for aroma)

Pinch of powdered clove, cardamom, and cinnamon

¼ tsp turmeric powder

½–1 tsp chili powder (adjust to taste)

¼ tsp black pepper powder

Chili flakes (to taste)

1–2 tbsp oil

Roti dough (your favorite recipe)

Method – Preparing the Filling (Grandmother’s Touch)

1. Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds. Let them pop.
2. Add chopped garlic, red onion, green chili, curry leaves, and pandan leaves. Sauté until fragrant.
3. Sprinkle in powdered clove, cardamom, cinnamon, turmeric, chili powder, and black pepper. Mix well.
4. Add the boiled and mashed sweet potatoes. Stir to combine with the aromatic spices.
5. Toss in chopped leeks and chili flakes. Cook for 2–3 minutes until everything is well blended.
6. Let the filling cool slightly before stuffing it into the roti.

Tip:My grandmother always said, “The secret is in how you fold the roti and mix the filling with love.”

Assembling & Cooking the Roti

1. Roll out the roti dough into small circles.
2. Place a spoonful of the filling in the center and fold into a neat triangular parcel.
3. Heat a griddle or non-stick pan over medium heat. Cook the roti until golden brown on both sides.
4. Serve hot, with your favorite sauce.

Tips & Personal Touch (Grandmother’s Secrets)

Adjust chili and spice levels to your taste.

Lightly crush pandan leaves before adding for extra aroma.

This filling can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for 1–2 days.

Eating it warm brings back those comforting morning memories of my grandmother’s kitchen.

Closing Thoughts

This grandmother’s style vegetable roti is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy snack. Every bite is infused with love, nostalgia, and the warmth of the kitchen. Try it, and create your own cherished memories!