Best 3 Persian Flat Bread Barbari Recipes
Persian flat bread barbari is a delightful and versatile bread that has been enjoyed in Iranian households for centuries. With its soft, chewy texture and slightly tangy flavor, it is a perfect accompaniment to a wide variety of dishes. Whether you are looking for a simple appetizer, a hearty main course, or a delicious dessert, barbari bread is sure to satisfy your cravings.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
PERSIAN FLAT BREAD (BARBARI)
Crisp on the outside, soft on the inside. Delicious bread, that is the everyday bread in Iran and baked scattered against the walls of charcoal ovensgrills . Used to scoop up main dishes and delicious spreads. I like it with Baba Ganoush, cheeses, vegetables and traditional vegetarian middle eastern dishes. I like to keep it vegan, but you can sub the amount of olive oil with butter or ghee. The longer you let the dough rest, the better the taste, texture and crispness. I let mine rest in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
Provided by Eismeer
Categories Breads
Time 1h45m
Yield 8 breads, 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- add flour and corn flour into a bowl, mix with salt.
- form a small crater and add sugar, crumble fresh yeast into crater and add about 5 tablespoons lukewarm water. Incorporate yeast, sugar and bit of the flour until a creamy paste forms. let this mixture/bowl rest in a warm place for about 25 minutes. Starter dough will have risen and is bubbly.
- incorporate rest of water and olive oil and knead thoroughly until a soft, but firm dough has formed.
- let rest for the minimum of 1 hour in a warm place.
- form oval shaped breads and brush with olive oil, sprinkle with black sesame seeds and let bake on high heat for about 10 to 15 minutes in the pre-heated oven (225°C).
BARBARI (A PERSIAN BREAD)
Nan-e Barbari is a popular Persian flatbread. It is often eaten with salty soft cheese such as feta with herbs (sabzi) or jam and a cup of tea for breakfast. It is similar to Armenian matnakash bread. I made this once for my Iranian boyfriend's parents and they approved :)
Provided by Sephardi Kitchen
Categories Yeast Breads
Time 2h30m
Yield 2 loaves, 12-14 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Dissolve the yeast with the sugar in 1/2 c water, let sit a few minutes to proof (foam).
- Mix bread flour, baking powder and salt together. Make a well in the flour, and slowly incorporate the yeast mixture, and then the remaining 1 cup of water.
- Knead 15 minutes on a lightly floured surface until smooth and elastic.
- Divide dough into 2 round pieces.
- Sprinkle a large baking sheet with cornmeal, transfer the dough to it. Lightly cover and place in a warm place until doubled in bulk (~1.5 hours).
- Meanwhile, bring the glaze ingredients to a boil, let cool. Brush lightly over the dough.
- Now for the tricky part! Dip your fingers into the glaze, and punch the dough down with the edges of your hands to form several long parallel ridges along the dough.
- Brush the dough with the glaze again, sprinkle with sesame seeds or poppy seeds. Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Carefully stretch the dough lengthwise (it should be approximately 8 inches wide and 18 long-- I never measured it!) until it is about 1/4-1/2" thick.
- Bake 25-30 minutes, or until golden. The bread should be slightly flexible when done. If you overcook it (as I did in my first attempt- by 8 minutes), it will turn out more like ciabatta-- still good!
- Good luck!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 136.5, Fat 0.6, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 332.4, Carbohydrate 28, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 0.8, Protein 4.7
BARBARI BREAD (NAN-E BARBARI)
Barbari bread is at its best eaten fresh, as you would a French baguette.
Provided by Najmieh Batmanglij
Yield 4 loaves
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a wide mixing bowl, dissolve the yeast in 3 cups/720ml warm water. Add the sugar and set aside for 10 minutes.
- Add the salt to the yeast mixture and mix well. Gradually add the flour and stir constantly. When 6½ cups/650g flour have been added and you have a sticky dough, add 1 tablespoon oil and mix for 2 minutes. Transfer the dough to a floured counter and knead for about 15 minutes, adding the rest of the flour if necessary, until the dough is no longer sticky.
- Lift the dough in the mixing bowl and pour 3 tablespoons oil into it, then turn the dough in the oil so it is coated all over. Cover the entire bowl with a clean damp dish towel and allow the dough to rise for 4 hours, without moving it, in a warm place (I use the oven with just the light on, or a pantry).
- Punch the air out of the dough while it is still in the bowl and flip it over. Cover again with the damp towel and allow to rise 2 for more hours.
- Place a baking stone in the lower level of the oven and preheat the oven to 500°F (260°C) for at least 20 minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix together the egg and yogurt until smooth.
- With oily hands, divide the dough into 4 balls. Place each ball on a lightly oiled surface. Use an oiled rolling pin to roll each ball out to an approximately 11in x 6in/28cm x 15cm oval shape. Place the loaves on an oiled surface, cover with the towel, and leave at room temperature for 20 minutes.
- Dust a baker's peel with cornmeal and transfer a loaf to it. Brush the egg wash and make dents along the length of the top of the loaf, then sprinkle the seeds on top.
- Immediately slide the dough onto the hot baking stone in the oven, cornmeal side down, and bake for 8 minutes. Turn over and bake for 2 minutes longer.
Tips:
- Use active dry yeast that is not expired. Old yeast may not activate properly and cause the bread to not rise.
- Proof the yeast in warm water before adding it to the dough. This will help to activate the yeast and ensure that the bread rises properly.
- Use a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook to knead the dough. This will make it easier to mix and knead the dough until it is smooth and elastic.
- Let the dough rise in a warm place until it has doubled in size. This will take about 1 hour.
- Punch down the dough and divide it into two equal pieces. Roll out each piece of dough into a long, thin oval shape.
- Brush the dough with egg wash and sprinkle with sesame seeds. This will give the bread a golden brown color and a nutty flavor.
- Bake the bread in a preheated oven until it is golden brown and cooked through. This will take about 25 minutes.
Conclusion:
Barbari bread is a delicious and versatile flatbread that can be enjoyed in many different ways. It can be served as an appetizer, a side dish, or even as a main course. It is also a great bread to use for sandwiches and wraps. If you are looking for a new and exciting bread to try, Barbari bread is a great option. With its unique flavor and texture, it is sure to please everyone at your table.
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