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Phaphatha Flatbreads

Botswanan · Side · Easy

Phaphatha Flatbreads

Total
1 hr 5 min
Prep
35 min
Serves
12
Calories
175
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Soft, thick skillet breads develop toasted brown spots while their centers stay tender, ready to split and fill or tear beside a stew.

Baking powder gives phaphatha flatbreads a quick lift without waiting for yeast. A short rest relaxes the dough so the rounds flatten easily, then gentle skillet heat cooks them through while forming a lightly toasted crust.

Keep the rounds no thicker than half an inch and resist turning the heat high to hurry them. A dark outside with a gummy center means the skillet is too hot for the thickness of the bread.

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Method

  1. Mix flour, baking powder, salt and sugar. Add milk gradually and mix into a soft dough, adding a small splash more if dry flour remains. Knead briefly until smooth. Coat with 1 tsp vegetable oil, cover and rest for .

  2. Divide into 12 pieces and flatten each into a 4-inch round about 1/2 inch thick. Keep the rounds covered while heating a large skillet over medium-low heat.

  3. Wipe the skillet with a little remaining oil. Cook four rounds at a time for per side until brown spots form and a cut bread has a dry, fluffy center rather than raw dough. Repeat for about total.

  4. Stack beneath a clean towel to keep soft and serve warm. Split with a serrated knife or tear into pieces at the table.

Forkue tips

  • A lid for the first half of cooking helps thick rounds steam through; remove it after turning to keep the crust dry.

Storing and reheating

Store airtight at room temperature for 1 day or freeze for 2 months. Warm in a covered skillet over low heat, then uncover briefly to restore the toasted surface.

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Nutrition per serving, estimated

175Calories
5gProtein
34gCarbs
2gFat

Phaphatha Flatbreads: FAQ

Can I make them without milk?

Yes. Water makes a plainer bread with a slightly less tender crumb; add it gradually to reach the same soft dough.

Why are the centers dense?

The rounds may be too thick or the baking powder old. Flatten evenly and cook gently long enough for the middle to set.

How do I store and reheat Phaphatha Flatbreads?

Store airtight at room temperature for 1 day or freeze for 2 months. Warm in a covered skillet over low heat, then uncover briefly to restore the toasted surface.

How long does Phaphatha Flatbreads take?

About 1 hr 5 min in total: 35 min prep and 30 min cooking.

What do I need to make Phaphatha Flatbreads?

The key ingredients are all-purpose flour, baking powder and milk, plus pantry basics.

Any tips for Phaphatha Flatbreads?

A lid for the first half of cooking helps thick rounds steam through; remove it after turning to keep the crust dry.

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