This Garlic and Butter Flatbread is a quick and delicious recipe perfect for serving alongside curries, soups, or as a simple snack. With a soft and fluffy texture, enriched with the flavor of garlic and butter, these flatbreads are easy to make and packed with comforting flavors.
Ingredients
- 350 g (2 ¾ cups) all-purpose flour
- 250 g (1 cup) plain, unsweetened yogurt
- 1 tsp (4 g) baking powder
- 1 tsp (5 g) salt
- 1 tsp (4 g) sugar
- 2 cloves garlic (for rubbing or chopping)
- 30 g (2 tbsp) melted butter (for brushing)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prepare the Dough
- Sift the flour: In a large mixing bowl, sift 350 g of flour to ensure there are no lumps.
- Add wet ingredients: Create a well in the center of the flour. Add the 250 g of yogurt, 1 tsp baking powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1 tsp sugar into the well.
- Mix the dough: Gradually mix the ingredients together, starting from the center and slowly incorporating the flour from the sides of the bowl until it forms a dough.
- Knead the dough: Once the dough comes together, knead it for about 3-4 minutes until soft and smooth.
2. Form the Balls
- Divide the dough: Divide the dough into 8 equal-sized balls.
- Rest the dough: Let the dough balls rest for about 5 minutes. This allows the dough to relax, making it easier to roll out.
3. Roll Out the Dough
- Roll the flatbreads: On a lightly floured surface, roll each dough ball into a thin disk (about ¼ inch thick).
- Stack with parchment: Place a sheet of baking paper between each rolled-out flatbread to prevent them from sticking together.
4. Cook the Flatbreads
- Heat the pan: Preheat a pan over medium-high heat (7-8 on a 9-level stove).
- Cook the flatbreads: Lightly oil the pan and cook each flatbread for about 1 minute on each side, or until you see bubbles forming and both sides are lightly browned.
5. Garlic and Butter
- Melt the butter: While the flatbreads are cooking, melt 30 g of butter.
- Prepare the garlic: Slice or chop 2 cloves of garlic. Once the flatbreads are removed from the pan, generously brush them with the melted butter and rub with sliced garlic. If you prefer a stronger garlic flavor, finely chop the garlic and sprinkle it over the flatbreads.
6. Serve and Enjoy
- Serve immediately: Flatbreads are best enjoyed fresh and warm. Serve them right away to experience their soft texture and rich garlic-butter flavor. As they cool, the flatbreads may become firmer.
Tips for Success
- Dough consistency: If the dough feels too sticky, add a little more flour. If it feels too dry, add a spoonful of water or yogurt to soften it.
- Garlic butter: For an extra garlic kick, you can infuse the butter with garlic while it melts by adding the chopped garlic into the butter and lightly sautéing it.
- Make it ahead: You can prepare the dough ahead of time and refrigerate it for up to a day. Just bring it to room temperature before rolling and cooking.
Nutrition Information (Per Flatbread)
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Fat: 7 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
Conclusion
These Garlic and Butter Flatbreads are a simple yet flavorful addition to any meal. The soft texture of the yogurt dough pairs beautifully with the richness of melted butter and the aromatic punch of garlic. Serve them immediately for the best texture and enjoy the comforting flavors they bring to your table!
