July 4, 2024

Sabaayad or kimis (Flatbread/Chapati)

Ingredients
1 cup cornmeal (precooked)
1 cup plain flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

2 teaspoons sugar

1 teaspoon salt

1 tablespoon of oil, and more for cooking the muufo

How to prepare

  • STEP 1

    In a large bowl, stir together the flours and salt. Use a wooden spoon to stir in the olive oil and enough water to make a soft dough that is elastic but not sticky.

  • STEP 2

    Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 5-10 mins until it is smooth. Divide into 10 pieces, or less if you want bigger breads. Roll each piece into a ball. Let rest for a few mins.

  • STEP 3

    Heat a frying pan over medium heat until hot, and grease lightly. On a lightly floured surface, use a floured rolling pin to roll out the balls of dough until very thin like a tortilla.

  • STEP 4

    When the pan starts smoking, put a chapati on it. Cook until the underside has brown spots, about 30 seconds, then flip and cook on the other side. Put on a plate and keep warm while you cook the rest of the chapatis.