Foreigner FriendlyYes
✗VegetarianAdventurous
Spice Level
Price Range40-60 THB
About This Dish
Crispy pan-fried flatbread stuffed with spiced minced chicken or beef mixed with curry paste and onion. A Muslim-Thai specialty found throughout the south, especially at night markets and morning markets.
Flavor Profile
The balance of tastes in this dish
Sweet1/5
Sour1/5
Salty2/5
Spicy2/5
Umami2/5
History & Origin
Reflects the rich Malay-Muslim culinary heritage of southern Thailand, where Indian flatbread techniques merged with local spices and ingredients.
Best Time to Eat
Perfect Pairings
Thai teaMassaman curry
Insider Tips
- 1Found primarily in Muslim-Thai communities in the south
- 2Ask for extra curry sauce on the side for dipping
How to Order
Point and say this to order like a local
Pronunciation:ro-tee ma-ta-ba
โรตีมะตะบะ
Say this: Roti Mataba (Stuffed Roti)
Cuisine Region: Southern Thai
Price Range: 40-60 THB
Best Time to Eat: Breakfast or late night snack
Where to Try It
The best city to experience this dish
Hat Yai
The best city to experience this dish
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