BARBARI (A PERSIAN BREAD)
Nan-e Barbari is a popular Persian flatbread. It is often eaten with salty soft cheese such as feta with herbs (sabzi) or jam and a cup of tea for breakfast. It is similar to Armenian matnakash bread. I made this once for my Iranian boyfriend's parents and they approved :)
Provided by Sephardi Kitchen
Categories Yeast Breads
Time 2h30m
Yield 2 loaves, 12-14 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Dissolve the yeast with the sugar in 1/2 c water, let sit a few minutes to proof (foam).
- Mix bread flour, baking powder and salt together. Make a well in the flour, and slowly incorporate the yeast mixture, and then the remaining 1 cup of water.
- Knead 15 minutes on a lightly floured surface until smooth and elastic.
- Divide dough into 2 round pieces.
- Sprinkle a large baking sheet with cornmeal, transfer the dough to it. Lightly cover and place in a warm place until doubled in bulk (~1.5 hours).
- Meanwhile, bring the glaze ingredients to a boil, let cool. Brush lightly over the dough.
- Now for the tricky part! Dip your fingers into the glaze, and punch the dough down with the edges of your hands to form several long parallel ridges along the dough.
- Brush the dough with the glaze again, sprinkle with sesame seeds or poppy seeds. Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Carefully stretch the dough lengthwise (it should be approximately 8 inches wide and 18 long-- I never measured it!) until it is about 1/4-1/2" thick.
- Bake 25-30 minutes, or until golden. The bread should be slightly flexible when done. If you overcook it (as I did in my first attempt- by 8 minutes), it will turn out more like ciabatta-- still good!
- Good luck!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 136.5, Fat 0.6, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 332.4, Carbohydrate 28, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 0.8, Protein 4.7
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Talha baloch Talha Mari
[email protected]This bread is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. I love the way the saffron gives it a beautiful golden color.
Yaritza Giron
[email protected]I've made this bread several times now and each time it turns out perfect. It's a great recipe for a special occasion or just a weekend breakfast.
Gift Mebelo
[email protected]I'm a beginner baker and I found this recipe to be a bit challenging. But I'm glad I stuck with it because the bread turned out delicious.
Stout King Music
[email protected]I'm not sure if I did something wrong, but my bread didn't rise very much. It was still edible, but it wasn't very fluffy.
Kedija Abdi
[email protected]Overall, I thought this recipe was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.
Ogechi Uduma
[email protected]I'm not a fan of the taste of saffron. I think it's a bit too overpowering.
nusrat gondal
[email protected]This recipe is a bit too complicated for me. I think I'll try a different one next time.
Olatunji Yusuf
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my bread turned out really dry. I think I might have overcooked it.
Saroj Katwal
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly but my bread didn't turn out as good as the picture. It was a bit too dense and didn't have much flavor.
Mayowa Akintunde
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of bread, but this one is really good. It's not too heavy and it has a nice flavor.
Linda Martin
[email protected]This is the best bread I've ever made. It's so light and fluffy, with a perfect crust. I'll definitely be making it again and again.
Lindokuhle Vilakazi
[email protected]I made this bread for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it! I'll definitely be making it again.
Javed Bhatti
[email protected]This bread is delicious! It's the perfect combination of soft and chewy. I love the way the saffron gives it a slightly floral flavor.
olumor ngozi
[email protected]I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a very experienced baker. But I'm so glad I did! The bread turned out amazing. It's so soft and flavorful.
Jinat Anjum
[email protected]This bread is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth it. The end result is a beautiful, flavorful bread that's perfect for any occasion.
Chuahdary Asim
[email protected]I've made this bread several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it always turns out delicious. I love the way the saffron gives it a beautiful golden color.
Leonard Mbwanda
[email protected]This bread is amazing! It's so soft and fluffy, with a slightly chewy crust. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. I can't wait to make it again!