"Surinamese Bara" filled with "Chicken Masala" "Surinam Food" [ASMR]

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: corn flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: pork

Tofu is lower in calories and suitable for vegetarians.

curry powder

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: generic curry mix

Homemade blend can be tailored to taste and may be less expensive.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats.

Activate yeast in warm water with sugar for 5-10 minutes until frothy.

Mix flour and salt in a bowl.

Add activated yeast mixture to flour and knead until smooth, about 5-7 minutes.

Cover dough and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.

Prepare chicken masala by sautéing onions, garlic, and ginger until fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

Add chicken pieces and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in tomatoes and spices, cooking until chicken is cooked through, about 10-15 minutes.

Form dough into small balls and flatten into discs.

Heat oil in a deep pan until shimmering.

Fry discs until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.

Drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.

Serve bara warm with chicken masala on the side.

Cooking Techniques

Spice Level:

Dietary

Allergens