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5 from 2 votes

Khameer | Emirati Yeasted Flatbread

Course Breakfast
Cuisine Emirati
Prep Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings 2 -4
Author Rafeeda

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all purpose flour
  • 1/2 tbsp yeast
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp cardamom powder
  • A fat pinch of saffron crushed
  • 2 tbsp date syrup
  • 1 tbsp melted ghee
  • 1/2 cup warm milk
  • 1 small egg or milk for wash

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, yeast, salt and the spices.
  • In a mug, whisk the syrup, ghee and milk till combined and pour over the dry ingredients.
  • Bring the dough together and knead till you get a soft, non-sticky dough. Add more flour or milk as desired. Knead for at least 7 to 10 minutes.
  • Grease the bowl and keep the dough for proofing for an hour.
  • Preheat oven to 240 degrees. Take out the trays and only keep the rack in.
  • Divide the dough into 4 balls. Roll into a 1/4 thick round. Wash with egg or milk on the top.
  • On a cooling rack, put the brushed side down and push into the oven. Bake for 3 minutes or till cooked.
  • Pull out and take onto a plate. Serve warm with cheese and honey.