Pathiri (Malabar Rice FlatBread)

Instructions

1. This recipe will make 3 servings of Pathiri.
2. Bring water to a rolling boil in a wide pan. Add salt and oil.
3. Reduce heat to low and gradually add rice flour, stirring continuously until the dough forms.
4. Cover the pan and let the dough cook for 10 seconds.
5. Turn off the heat and knead the dough with a wooden spoon.
6. Grease your palms with coconut oil and knead the warm dough until soft and non-sticky.
7. Do not add more water or flour.
8. Divide the dough into lime-sized balls.
9. Roll each ball on a slightly floured surface into thin circles, or use a pathiri/roti press.
10. Heat a griddle or flat pan over medium heat.
11. Cook each pathiri for 20-30 seconds on each side, gently pressing with a flat ladle until it puffs up. Ensure the pathiri remains off-white.
12. Serve Ari Pathiri with Kerala Chicken Curry.