Persian Flatbreads

Time

Prep 30 min · Cook 30 min · 60 min total

Difficulty

medium

1. 1

   In large bowl, dissolve sugar in water, sprinkle yeast over top and let stand 10 mins. Using wooden spoon, stir in 3 cups of the flour, marg or butter and salt, beat until smooth.

   10 min
2. 2

   Add enough of the remaining flour to form soft dough. Turn out dough onto lightly floured surface, knead for about 10 mins or until smooth and elastic.

   10 min
3. 3

   Place dough in greased bowl, turning to grease all over. Cover with plastic wrap or damp tea towel.

4. 4

   Let rise in warm place for about 1-1/4 hours or until doubled in bulk. Punch down dough and divide into 3 portions.

   240 min
5. 5

   Form each portion into ball. Place on lightly floured surface and sprinkle with flour. Cover and let stand for 20 minutes.

   20 min
6. 6

   Stretch and roll out each portion of dough into 16 inch long oval. Place on ungreased baking sheets.

7. 7

   Using side of hand make ridges 1 inch apart down length of each oval. Brush each loaf with milk and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

8. 8

   Let stand for 15 mins. Bake in 375 oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from baking sheets and let cool on wire racks.

9. 9

   Makes 3 large flatbreads (each flatbread serves 4 to 6, depending on use).

Notes and swaps

Allergens

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