Buss-Up-Shut Roti with Curried Potato and Chickpeas
Flaky, buttery Trinidadian-style roti folded around a spicy, curried mixture of potatoes and chickpeas for a satisfying vegetarian street food dish. This caribbean-inspired vegetarian ready in about 80 minutes pairs all-purpose flour, warm water, salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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
- 1 tsp salt
- 6 tbsp melted, plus extra for cooking butter
- 3 medium, peeled and diced potatoes
- 1 1/2 cups drained and rinsed canned chickpeas
- 1 small, diced yellow onion
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Step 1: To make the roti dough, combine 3 cups all-purpose flour and 1 tsp salt in a large bowl. Gradually add 1 cup warm water and knead for 8-10 minutes until a smooth, elastic dough forms. Cover and let rest for 30 minutes.
- Step 2: Meanwhile, heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Add 1 small diced yellow onion and 2 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 3 minutes until translucent.
- Step 3: Add 2 tbsp curry powder, stirring for 1 minute until fragrant, then add 3 diced medium peeled potatoes, 1 1/2 cups drained chickpeas, and 1/2 cup water. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Step 4: Season the curry with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and stir in 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro; remove from heat.
- Step 5: Divide the dough into 6 equal balls. On a floured surface, roll each ball into a thin 8-inch circle, brush with melted butter, fold into thirds, then roll out gently again to create flaky layers.
- Step 6: Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook each roti for 2-3 minutes per side, brushing with additional melted butter and pressing gently to puff up the layers.
- Step 7: Serve each warm roti filled with a generous scoop of the curried potato and chickpea filling.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Buss-Up-Shut Roti with Curried Potato and Chickpeas take to make?
Total time is about 80 minutes (50 min prep + 30 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 Potato and Chickpeas?
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 Potato and Chickpeas?
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 Potato and Chickpeas 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.
What goes well with Buss-Up-Shut Roti with Curried Potato and Chickpeas?
Caribbean vegetarian like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
