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Khubz Arabi (Arabian Bread)

Khubz Arabi is a scrumptious pillowy soft bread that puffs up to make a pocket when you bake it.
Course Bread
Cuisine Qatari
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
rising time 1 hour 45 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 251kcal
Author Darlene at International Cuisine

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups warm water
  • 1 package active dry yeast
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour sifted
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Instructions

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, pour in the warm water and add in the yeast, stir until the yeast is dissolved.
  • Add in the salt.
  • Start gradually adding in the flour and oil while kneading, you want to knead until the dough is smooth and elastic.
  • Put the dough into a large greased bowl and turn dough to grease all sides.
  • Cover with a dry tea towel and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size about 1 ½ hours.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees
  • Punch dough gently
  • Divide the dough into 12 equal portions and shape them into smooth balls
  • Place on a floured work surface and dust tops lightly with flour.
  • Cover with a dry tea towel and let rest for 15 minutes.
  • Roll out each ball into a 6-inch diameter circle
  • Place on greased baking sheets
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the bread puffs. Do not leave unattended while baking.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 251kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 586mg | Potassium: 78mg | Fiber: 2g | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 2.9mg