Yemeni Malawah Recipe | Layered Buttery Flatbread | The Plate

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🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: butter

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: bread flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey provides natural sweetness.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is a dairy-free alternative.

Combine all purpose flour, dry yeast, sugar, and salt in a mixing bowl.

Gradually add warm water to the dry ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.

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

Cover the dough with a cloth and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.

Divide the dough into equal portions and shape each into a ball.

Flatten each ball into a disc and brush with melted butter or oil.

Fold the disc into a square, then flatten again with a rolling pin.

Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a little oil or melted butter.

Cook each flattened dough for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.

Remove from the skillet and keep warm in a towel until ready to serve.

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