Sabaayad: Flatbread

Time

Prep 10 min · Cook 3 min · 13 min total

Difficulty

easy

1. 1

   Combine the flour, oil and salt in deep bowl; add the water gently using your fingers Knead the dough until it turns very smooth for 5 to 10 minutes.

   10 min
2. 2

   Brush with oil, cover and set aside for half an hour. Divide the dough into 8 large balls. On a lightly floured surface, roll each piece into a rough circle about 8 inches in diameter.

3. 3

   Brush oil on one side of the sabaayad and spread evenly fold to edges in to meet center fold, fold the other edges in, you should now have a square fold, set a side. Finish until you have applied the same method to all the pieces.

4. 4

   Again on a floured surface roll each piece out into a circle and place it on a hot griddle over medium heat.

5. 5

   Fry the sabaayad one at a time with little oil, turning them once each side is golden brown.

6. 6

   The sabaayad will puff slightly and become crisp and brown. Drain the sabaayad on paper towels and serve warm.

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