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Malawach
5 from 4 votes

Malawach

Malawach is a traditional Yemenite bread which consists of a thick crepe of thin layers of dough that are quickly fried.

Prep Time
2 hrs
Cook Time
25 mins
Total Time
2 hrs 25 mins
Servings: 4 people
Course: Bread
Cuisine: Middle Eastern, Yemeni

Ingredients

  • 5 cups flour
  • 1½ cup water more or less depending on the flour, warm
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup ghee (clarified butter), melted butter or margarine
  • black sesame seeds

Instructions

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  1. Mix flour, water and salt and knead until obtaining a smooth dough, about 15 minutes.
  2. Knead for 15 minutes.
  3. Flour / water ratio may need to slightly be adjusted depending on the absorption of the flour, in order to obtain a perfectly smooth and homogeneous dough that does not stick too much.
  4. Divide dough into 4 and shape 4 smooth balls. Coat each with a little butter and let stand for 45 minutes.
  5. Roll out each ball of dough into a very thin sheet, either by hand or with a rolling pin (without pressing strongly).
  6. Once each dough piece is rolled, brush generously both sides with melted butter. Fold the dough as shown in the step-by-step photos below.
  7. Cover and let stand for 45 minutes.
  8. Fry malawach in a large skillet (preferably cast iron) over medium heat for a few minutes on each side.
  9. Sprinkle with black sesame seeds and enjoy hot or warm.