Algerian Flatbread

Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Health score
26%
Algerian Flatbread
300 min.
12
120kcal

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Discover the delightful flavors of Algeria with this easy-to-make flatbread recipe that is perfect for any occasion! This vegetarian, vegan, and dairy-free dish is not only a treat for the taste buds but also a wholesome addition to your meal repertoire. With its warm spices and inviting aroma, Algerian flatbread is sure to impress your family and friends.

Made with finely ground whole-wheat flour and infused with a blend of cumin, paprika, and turmeric, this flatbread offers a unique twist on traditional bread. The process of kneading and rolling the dough into spirals creates a beautiful texture that puffs up beautifully when cooked, resulting in a soft and flavorful bread that pairs wonderfully with a variety of dishes.

Whether you're serving it alongside a hearty stew, using it to wrap up your favorite fillings, or simply enjoying it on its own, this flatbread is versatile and satisfying. Plus, with a preparation time of just 300 minutes, you can easily make a batch for gatherings or meal prep for the week ahead. Enjoy the satisfaction of creating something delicious from scratch, and let the enticing aroma of freshly baked flatbread fill your kitchen!

Ingredients

  • cups flour whole-wheat finely (preferably Indian atta or King Arthur )
  • teaspoon ground cumin 
  • 0.5 cup olive oil divided
  • teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoon paprika sweet
  • teaspoon turmeric 
  • 1.5 cups water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • plastic wrap
  • aluminum foil
  • kitchen towels
  • rolling pin

Directions

  1. Stir together flour, salt, and 2 tablespoons oil in a large bowl. Slowly stir in water until a soft dough forms. If necessary, add more water 1 tablespoon at a time. Turn out dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead, dusting with just enough flour to keep dough from sticking, until smooth and elastic, about 15 minutes.
  2. Form dough into a ball and coat with 2 tablespoons oil in a bowl. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and let dough stand at warm room temperature 1 hour.
  3. Stir together cumin, paprika, turmeric, and remaining 1/4 cup oil in a small bowl.
  4. Divide dough into 12 equal pieces and, keeping remaining pieces covered with plastic wrap, flatten 1 piece of dough into a disk.
  5. Roll out disk as thinly as possible (into a 9-inch round) on a lightly floured surface with a 6-inch wooden dowel or a rolling pin.
  6. Spread 1 teaspoon spiced oil on dough with your fingertips, then roll up tightly into a long cylinder and coil into a tight spiral.
  7. Transfer to a large sheet of parchment paper, then loosely cover with plastic wrap.
  8. Make 11 more spirals in same manner.
  9. Tape another sheet of parchment to a work surface and on it roll out 1 spiral of dough into a round approximately 6 inches in diameter.
  10. Heat a dry large cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium heat until hot, then cook flatbread, turning once, until puffed and browned in spots, 3 to 4 minutes total.
  11. Transfer to a plate and cover with a kitchen towel.
  12. Roll out and cook 11 more flatbreads, stacking them on plate.
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  14. •Flatbreads are best when freshly made but can be cooked 1 day ahead, then cooled and kept, wrapped in foil, at room temperature. Reheat (in foil) in a 350°F oven or in a steamer about 10 minutes.•Spirals of dough can be rolled out (but not cooked) 1 day ahead and chilled, layered between sheets of plastic wrap, then tightly wrapped, on a baking sheet. Bring to room temperature before cooking.

Nutrition Facts

Calories120kcal
Protein12.67%
Fat18.57%
Carbs68.76%

Properties

Glycemic Index
2.08
Glycemic Load
0.01
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
8.1313043499123%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:119.6kcal
5.98%
Fat:2.63g
4.04%
Saturated Fat:0.39g
2.43%
Carbohydrates:21.86g
7.29%
Net Carbohydrates:18.54g
6.74%
Sugar:0.15g
0.17%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:196.36mg
8.54%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.03g
8.06%
Manganese:1.24mg
62.09%
Selenium:18.57µg
26.52%
Fiber:3.32g
13.28%
Phosphorus:108.9mg
10.89%
Magnesium:42.63mg
10.66%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
10.16%
Vitamin B3:1.52mg
7.6%
Iron:1.31mg
7.26%
Copper:0.13mg
6.58%
Vitamin B6:0.13mg
6.47%
Zinc:0.81mg
5.37%
Vitamin E:0.53mg
3.54%
Potassium:119.95mg
3.43%
Folate:13.36µg
3.34%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
3.09%
Vitamin B5:0.19mg
1.85%
Vitamin A:86.91IU
1.74%
Vitamin K:1.82µg
1.73%
Calcium:13.46mg
1.35%
Source:Epicurious