Lechuch (Yemenite Yeast Bread)

May 21, 2023May 21, 20230 12

Authentic Lechuch (Yemenite Yeast Bread) recipe for your breakfast or tea time

by The Chefin Bread

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

2h 30min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

6-8

Calories

280

Sugar

Fat

0.5g

Lechuch bread is a traditional Yemenite bread that has been enjoyed for generations. It's light and fluffy texture makes it perfect for breakfast or tea time, and it's also easy to prepare. The bread has a slightly sour taste, which comes from the fermentation process in the dry yeast. Lechuch bread is often enjoyed with butter and honey or with a range of Middle Eastern dips and spreads.

Instructions

1.	In a large bowl, mix flour, salt, and sugar, then add the dry yeast, start mixing slowly.
2.	Slowly pour in warm water while continuing to mix until the mixture is smooth and homogeneous.
3.	Leave the dough in the bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise for about 2 hours.
4.	Preheat a heavy skillet over low heat.
5.	Wipe the skillet with a paper towel, then pour a ladle of the dough into the skillet and spread it evenly.
6.	Cover the skillet with the lid for about 2 minutes, then remove the lid and let the bread cook for another 2 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
7.	Using a spatula, flip the bread over and cook for an additional 2 minutes until both sides are golden brown.
8.	Remove the bread from the skillet and repeat the process for the remaining dough.

PROS

Lechuch bread is easy to prepare and cook, and it’s a delicious accompaniment to tea time or breakfast.

It’s light and fluffy, making it perfect for any time of day.

CONS

This bread is not gluten-free and may not be suitable for people with gluten sensitivity or celiac disease.

It’s also relatively high in carbohydrates, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lechuch bread is an excellent source of carbohydrates, which are essential for providing energy throughout the day.
It’s also low in fat, making it a healthier option compared to other types of bread.
Additionally, the dry yeast used in this recipe contains probiotics that may help support gut health.

	1 kg flour
	1 tablespoon dry yeast
	1 tablespoon fine salt
	2 tablespoons sugar
	1 1/2 liters lukewarm water