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Medium 3 hr 28 min~330 kcal 5/10
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Malawah
A Yemenite layered flatbread cooked on a pan, served with boiled eggs, grated tomato, and optional hot sauce.
Medium⏱️ 1 hr 23 min📖 1 min readServes 6~411 kcal🌍 Middle Eastern🌍 Full translation
35 min prep 18 min cook 30 min rest
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Timeline
Total 1 h 23 min- Prep35 min
- Resting/Marinating30 min
- Cooking18 min
Ingredients
6 servings
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For the dough
- 4 su bardağı(~800 ml) Flour
- 1.5 su bardağı(~300 ml) Water
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Salt
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Sugar
For the layers
- 4 yemek kaşığı(~60 ml) Butter
For cooking
- 2 yemek kaşığı(~30 ml) Vegetable oil
For serving
- 6 adet Eggs
- 3 adet Tomatoes
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Instructions
- 1
Mix the flour, water, salt, and sugar and knead into a smooth dough.
- 2
Cover the dough and rest it for 25 minutes.
25 min25:00 - 3
Divide the dough into 6 balls, roll each one thin, and brush with butter.
- 4
Roll the buttered dough pieces into logs, coil them around themselves, and rest for another 15 minutes.
15 min15:00 - 5
Boil the eggs for 9 minutes and grate the tomatoes.
9 min09:00 - 6
Roll the dough balls out again and fry each side for 3 minutes in a lightly oiled pan.
6 min06:00 - 7
Serve the malawah hot with boiled eggs and grated tomato.
💡 Tip: After buttering the dough, roll it up and rest it; that short rest helps the layers open in the pan.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve malawah for a weekend breakfast with boiled eggs, grated tomato, and optional hot sauce.
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- Protein source
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~411
kcal calories
10
g protein
50
g carbs
19
g fat
Protein 10%Carbs 49%Fat 41%
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Gluten
- Milk
- Egg
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Malawah make?
This recipe serves 6.How long does Malawah take?
Prep 35 minutes, cooking 18 minutes, including 30 minutes of passive resting; 83 minutes in total.Is Malawah difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Malawah have?
Approximately 411 kcal per serving. Protein: 10g, carbs: 50g, fat: 19g.Which allergens does Malawah contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Milk, Egg. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Malawah belong to?
This recipe belongs to Middle Eastern cuisine.How many ingredients does Malawah need?
This recipe needs 8 ingredients.
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