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Taftoon Persian Wholemeal Flat Bread Recipe

Experience the authentic taste of Persia with this incredibly easy recipe for Taftoon, also known as Nane Lavash! This wholemeal flatbread is crispy on the outside and delightfully chewy on the inside. Perfect for scooping up stews, kebabs, or enjoying on its own, this recipe will transport your taste buds straight to the heart of Iran. Learn how to make this delicious flatbread from scratch in under an hour!

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 36 mins
Calories 283.7 kcal
Protein 21g
Rating 3.2 (6 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Taftoon Persian Wholemeal Flat Bread

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How to Make Taftoon Persian Wholemeal Flat Bread

  1. Sift 2 cups wholemeal flour and 1 cup all-purpose flour into a large mixing bowl.
  2. In a small bowl, dissolve 2 ¼ teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast in ¼ cup warm water (105-115°F). Let stand for 5 minutes until foamy.
  3. Add 1 ½ cups warm water and 1 teaspoon salt to the flour mixture.
  4. Pour the yeast mixture into the center of the flour. Gradually incorporate the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients using a fork or your hands.
  5. Knead the dough for 20-30 minutes by hand, or use a dough hook on an electric mixer for 20 minutes. Gradually add the remaining ¾ cup of warm water as needed until a smooth, slightly tacky dough forms.
  6. Preheat your oven to its highest setting (usually 500-550°F or 260-288°C). Place a baking sheet or pizza stone on the center rack to preheat for 10-15 minutes.
  7. Lightly oil the preheated baking sheet with a small cloth dipped in oil.
  8. Turn the dough out onto a lightly oiled surface.
  9. Oil your hands and divide the dough into 6 equal parts. Roll each piece into a smooth ball.
  10. On a lightly oiled surface, roll each ball into a very thin circle (about 12 inches in diameter). Use a fork or a pinwheel to prick the surface 3-4 times vertically across the dough to prevent bubbling.
  11. Carefully transfer the rolled dough to the preheated baking sheet. Do not let the rolled dough rest before baking.
  12. Bake for 1 minute. Gently pat down any puffed areas to maintain a flatbread shape.
  13. Bake for another 2 minutes, or until the surface is bubbly and lightly browned. Flip the bread and bake for an additional 2 minutes.
  14. Remove the bread from the oven and immediately wrap in a clean kitchen towel to keep it soft.
  15. Allow the oven to reheat to its highest setting before baking the next flatbread.
  16. Repeat steps 10-15 for the remaining dough portions.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

24 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

1g

Carbs

19g

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