Spiced Beef Roti with Potato Filling

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-20 · Updated 2026-05-20

A traditional Trinidadian flatbread stuffed with tender curried beef and spiced potatoes, perfect for a satisfying handheld meal. This caribbean-inspired beef ready in about 75 minutes pairs all-purpose flour, warm water, vegetable oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 lb ground beef
• 2 medium (about 2 cups) potatoes, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes
• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp curry powder
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
• 1 small (optional) scotch bonnet pepper, deseeded and finely chopped
• 1 cup water
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp cilantro, chopped

Instructions

1. Step 1: To make the roti dough, combine 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tsp salt, 2 tbsp vegetable oil, and 1 cup warm water in a bowl. Mix until a soft dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover and let rest for 30 minutes.
2. Step 2: Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 lb ground beef and cook for 5 minutes, breaking it apart until browned.
3. Step 3: Add 1 medium chopped yellow onion, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 small finely chopped scotch bonnet pepper (if using). Sauté for 3 minutes until onions soften.
4. Step 4: Stir in 2 tbsp curry powder, 1 tsp ground cumin, and 1/2 tsp ground turmeric. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
5. Step 5: Add 2 medium diced potatoes and 1 cup water. Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes until potatoes are tender and liquid absorbs.
6. Step 6: Remove from heat and stir in 2 tbsp chopped cilantro.
7. Step 7: Divide the dough into 6 equal balls. On a floured surface, roll each ball into a 7-inch circle.
8. Step 8: Spoon about 1/3 cup of the beef and potato filling onto the center of each circle. Fold the edges over the filling, then gently roll out into a 9-inch flatbread, being careful not to tear.
9. Step 9: Heat a dry skillet over medium heat. Cook each stuffed roti for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
10. Step 10: Serve warm as a handheld meal or with chutney.