Description
Barbari Bread is a traditional Persian flatbread known for its crispy crust, chewy interior, and signature ridges brushed with a flour glaze. Topped with sesame and nigella seeds, it’s perfect for dipping, wrapping, or pairing with cheese and herbs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 500g (1.1 lb) all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups lukewarm water
- 2 teaspoons instant yeast
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons white sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons nigella seeds or black sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (for glaze)
- ⅓ cup water (for glaze)
- ½ teaspoon sugar (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). If using a pizza stone, place it inside to heat up.
- In a large bowl, mix flour, salt, sugar, and yeast. Add lukewarm water and olive oil, mixing until a dough forms. Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth.
- Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled.
- Meanwhile, make the glaze by simmering 1 tbsp flour, ⅓ cup water, and ½ tsp sugar until slightly thickened. Let cool.
- Divide dough into two pieces. Shape each into an oval on parchment paper. Brush with glaze and press fingers to form ridges.
- Sprinkle with sesame and nigella seeds. Transfer to hot baking surface and bake 15–20 minutes until golden and puffed.
- Let cool slightly before serving with your favorite dips or toppings.
Notes
- Preheat your oven well for the best crust.
- Use fresh yeast for a better rise.
- The glaze is essential for Barbari’s signature look and feel.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg