Buss Up Shut Roti with Curried Chickpeas and Spinach
Fluffy, torn paratha-style roti served with a flavorful Trinidadian chickpea curry enriched with fresh spinach. This caribbean-inspired vegetarian (vegetarian) ready in about 65 minutes pairs all-purpose flour, warm water, plus extra for cooking vegetable oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup warm water
- 3 tbsp plus extra for cooking vegetable oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 cups drained and rinsed canned chickpeas
- 1 medium chopped onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 3 cups chopped fresh spinach
- 1 cup water
- 1 small whole (optional) scotch bonnet pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups all-purpose flour and 1 tsp salt. Slowly add 1 cup warm water and 3 tbsp vegetable oil, stirring to form a soft, pliable dough. Knead for 8 minutes until smooth, then cover and rest for 30 minutes.
- Step 2: While dough rests, heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add 1 medium chopped onion and 3 minced garlic cloves, sauté for 4 minutes until translucent.
- Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp curry powder and 2 tbsp tomato paste, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 4: Add 2 cups drained chickpeas, 1 cup water, and 1 small whole scotch bonnet pepper (optional). Simmer uncovered for 15 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
- Step 5: Add 3 cups chopped fresh spinach, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper, stirring to wilt spinach for 3 minutes. Remove scotch bonnet pepper before serving.
- Step 6: Divide dough into 6 equal balls. Roll each ball into a thin circle about 8 inches in diameter. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat, brush with oil, and cook each roti for 2 minutes per side until golden brown and slightly puffed.
- Step 7: Tear the rotis into pieces and serve with the curried chickpeas and spinach.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Buss Up Shut Roti with Curried Chickpeas and Spinach take to make?
Total time is about 65 minutes (40 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Buss Up Shut Roti with Curried Chickpeas and Spinach?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep all-purpose flour from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Buss Up Shut Roti with Curried Chickpeas and Spinach?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Buss Up Shut Roti with Curried Chickpeas and Spinach for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Buss Up Shut Roti with Curried Chickpeas and Spinach vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
