Taftan (Iranian bread)

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, mix the flour, yeast, sugar, salt and cardamom.
2. Add the lukewarm milk, yogurt, egg and oil, then knead until you get a soft, smooth dough.
3. Cover and let it rise for 1 hour in a warm spot, until the dough has doubled in size.
4. Divide the dough into 6 balls and roll each one into a disc about 25 cm wide and 1 cm thick.
5. Place the discs on a baking sheet lined with parchment, prick them with a fork and let them rest for 15 minutes.
6. Brush them with the egg yolk and milk mixture, then sprinkle with nigella or sesame seeds.
7. Bake at 230 °C for 10 to 12 minutes, until the breads are puffed and golden.
8. Let them cool slightly on a rack before serving.