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مطبخ اللواء الاخضر Alliwa Alakhder kitchen
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Kobana

Cultural Context

Kobana, a traditional Yemeni bread, is often served alongside stews and grilled meats, embodying the warmth of Yemeni hospitality. This flatbread, with its soft texture and aromatic spices, plays a central role in communal meals, reflecting the rich flavors of the region. Today, Kobana is enjoyed not only in Yemen but also in various Middle Eastern communities worldwide, often adapted with local ingredients and flavors.

YemeniYEother
45 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
6 cups all Purpose flour
1 Tbsp of salt
1 cup of warm milk
1 Tbsp of yeast
1 Tbsp of sugar
4 eggs remove 2 egg yolks for later
1 cup of mashed potatoes
3/4 cup of ghee
1/4 cup of yogurt
black seeds
sesame seeds

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Avocado oil provides healthy fats and a high smoke point.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk lowers calories while maintaining moisture.

sesame seeds

🥗Healthier: pumpkin seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Pumpkin seeds offer similar crunch with added nutrients.

yeast

🥗Healthier: sourdough starter

💰Cheaper: baking powder

Sourdough starter adds flavor and is often homemade.

1

Mix flour, yeast, sugar, and salt in a large bowl.

2

Add warm milk and ghee, then mix until a dough forms.

3

Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth.

4

Cover the dough with a cloth and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour.

5

Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).

6

Punch down the risen dough and divide it into equal portions.

7

Shape each portion into a round flatbread.

8

Place the flatbreads on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

9

Brush the tops with yogurt and sprinkle with sesame seeds and black seeds.

10

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.

11

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingbaking

Equipment Needed

large bowlbaking sheetparchment paperoven

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutensesame

Also Known As

Yemeni BreadKhubz Kobana

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