Everyday meals

Khobz Taboun (bread baked on taboun)

A round, soft bread traditionally baked on a domed plate over a wood fire, the taboun. Its crumb is tender and its edges lightly caramelised, it accompanies every Bedouin and Levantine meal.

2 h 10
6 servings
Advanced
Budget-friendly
🇯🇴 Jordan

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Instructions

In a bowl, mix the flour, salt and yeast, then gradually add the starter and the lukewarm water.
Knead for 10 minutes until you have an elastic dough that comes away from the sides, then work in the olive oil.
Cover and leave to rise for 1 hour 30 minutes at room temperature, until the dough has doubled in size.
Divide into 6 balls, then flatten each into a disc about 25 cm across and 3 mm thick.
Heat a cast-iron pan or thick plate over high heat, without any fat, then place the discs on it one at a time.
Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until bubbles form, turn over and cook for another minute. The bread should puff and brown in places.
Place the breads on a tea towel so they stay soft.