Persian Flat Bread (Barbari)

May 22, 2023May 22, 20230 15

Yummy Persian Flat Bread recipe for your next meal

by The Chefin Bread

Prep

40 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

927

Sugar

Fat

22g

Persian Flat Bread, also known as Barbari, is a traditional bread from Iran that has gained popularity around the world for its delicious taste and texture. It is a simple bread that is made with flour, yeast, salt, and water but has a unique taste due to the addition of sesame seeds and oil. Persians enjoy this bread as a snack or with their meals, and it is often served at special occasions like weddings and holidays.

Instructions

1.	In a small bowl, dissolve the brown sugar in warm water and sprinkle the yeast on top. Let it sit for 10 minutes until the yeast is activated.
2.	In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, black sesame, and olive oil.
3.	Add the yeast water mixture to the dry ingredients and mix well.
4.	Knead the dough with your hands or a stand mixer until it is smooth and elastic.
5.	Cover the dough and let it rest for 30-40 minutes to rise.
6.	Preheat the oven to 220°C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
7.	Divide the dough into three equal pieces and roll each piece to make a long oval shape.
8.	Place the dough on the lined tray and press your fingertips in a straight line to make shallow indentations on the surface.
9.	Brush the dough with olive oil and sprinkle cornflour on top (optional).
10.	Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the bread is golden brown on top.

PROS

Persian Flat Bread has a delicious crust and a chewy interior that is perfect for dipping in soups or stews.

It is simple to make and requires only a few ingredients.

CONS

This bread is best eaten fresh and does not keep well for more than a day or two.

It can be time-consuming to knead the dough, let it rise, and bake it.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This bread is a good source of carbohydrates, protein, and fiber.
It is low in fat and contains no cholesterol or saturated fats.
The black sesame seeds used in this recipe are rich in healthy fats, antioxidants, and essential nutrients like calcium and iron.

	500 g flour
	40 g fresh yeast
	250 -275 ml warm water
	1 tablespoon brown sugar
	1 teaspoon salt
	4 tablespoons olive oil
	2 tablespoons cornflour ( optional )
	1 teaspoon black sesame