roti canai
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of roti canai
First recorded in 1970–75; roti ( def. ) + Malay canai “to roll (dough) thin”
Example Sentences
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At Laut, chef Yup serves classic dishes like nasi lemak, rendang beef, asam laksa and roti canai.
From Salon • Nov. 15, 2025
Slices of roasted duck and scallions, bundled in the Indian-inspired flatbread roti canai and striped with hoisin and oyster sauce, bring to mind good Peking duck rolls.
From Washington Post • Apr. 22, 2021
Exhibit A: Flaky roti canai flatbread subs for corn tortillas in the fried chicken tacos, a terrific and full-throated bite.
From Washington Post • Dec. 20, 2017
The meat is crispy but not greasy, and the buttery roti canai enhances the tender chicken’s umami flavors.
From Washington Post • Sep. 27, 2017
To start, the shell is made from roti canai, a Malaysian flatbread that’s denser and flakier than a traditional tortilla.
From Washington Post • Sep. 27, 2017
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