Description
This homemade flaky flatbread is a soft, buttery, pan-fried bread made with simple pantry ingredients like flour, water, salt, and butter or oil. The magic happens through the lamination technique—rolling, folding, and layering the dough to create delicate, crispy layers. It’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a side with soups, curries, stews, or dips.
This recipe is beginner-friendly yet produces bakery-quality results. No yeast is required, making it quick and convenient.
Ingredients
For the Dough:
3 cups all-purpose flour (high-quality baking flour recommended)
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar (optional for slight sweetness)
1 cup warm water (adjust as needed)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil or melted butter
For Layering:
½ cup softened butter (or ghee for richer flavor)
2 tablespoons flour (for sprinkling between layers)
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Dough
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