What makes the dough for this Barbari flatbread unique?

The dough is made with all-purpose flour and instant yeast, undergoing two separate rises to achieve its characteristic soft and elastic texture.

How is the distinctive topping paste made for this Barbari bread?

The topping paste is created by stirring oil, water, flour, and sugar together in a small saucepan over medium heat until it forms a thick consistency.

Why are there ridges on the Barbari flatbread?

The parallel ridges are traditionally made by dipping fingers in water and pressing them into the dough, which helps create its iconic appearance and texture.

What can I serve with this vegan Barbari Iranian Flatbread?

This flatbread is excellent served warm on its own, with dips like hummus, or alongside stews and soups as a versatile side.

How should I store leftover Barbari Iranian Flatbread?

Store any leftover flatbread in an airtight container at room temperature for a day or two, or freeze for longer preservation, reheating gently before serving.

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Barbari Iranian Flatbread
[Vegan]

LF By: Lydia Filgueras

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Food for veggie-lovers with an emphasis on whole ingredients. Lydia's Flexitarian Kitchen serves food for plant-loving... Read More

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Golden-brown Barbari Iranian Flatbreads, brushed with a sweet-savory topping and sesame seeds, showing distinct finger-pressed ridges.

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Barbari Iranian Flatbread [Vegan]

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Barbari is an Iranian style flatbread also called Persian flatbread. It’s a little bit thicker than a normal flat bread. What makes it distinctive is the paste of flour and oil spread on top before baking and the parallel lines in the top, created by the baker’s fingers.

Ingredients You Need for Barbari Iranian Flatbread [Vegan]

For the Bread:

3 1/2 cups all purpose flour plus more for dusting
1 package instant yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups water
semolina or cornmeal for baking

For the Topping:

1 tablespoon neutral oil
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon flour
1/2 teaspoon sugar
sesame seeds for garnish

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How to Prepare Barbari Iranian Flatbread [Vegan]

Mix the flour, yeast and salt in a large mixing bowl. Make a well and pour in almost all of the water. Pull the flour from the sides and stir with a heavy duty spoon until a shaggy, sticky dough forms. Add the rest of the water if needed.
Dust your work surface with a little flour and turn out the dough. Knead for five minutes or so until it is smooth and elastic. Add a minimum of flour as needed to prevent sticking.
Rinse and dry the mixing bowl and pour a tablespoon of oil in the bottom. Return the ball of dough to the bowl and turn to cover with oil. Cover the bowl and let the dough rise until doubled, around 2 hours.
After the dough has risen the first time, punch it down and divide it half.
Form the portions into oval shapes. Cover and let rise for another hour.
Measure the oil, water, flour and sugar into a small saucepan. Stir constantly over medium heat until a paste forms. Set aside.
Preheat the oven to 450°F and prepare two baking sheets by lining with parchment paper and sprinkling with semolina.
Roll or form the dough into long ovals, using your baking sheets as a guide. Transfer the flatbreads to the prepared baking sheets.
Dip your fingers in water and make 4 or 5 long parallel ridges in the dough.
Rub the paste into the tops of the dough and sprinkle with sesame seeds. You can deepen the ridges if you'd like at this point.
Transfer the flatbreads to the hot oven and bake for 12 - 15 minutes or until the bread is golden colored and cooked through.

Nutritional Information

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