Sabaayad – Somali Layered Flatbread
Sabaayad – Somali Layered Flatbread is tender and flaky with crisp, golden edges and soft, pliable layers that pull apart easily. A hint of honey adds gentle sweetness, making it just as good with savory stews as it is sprinkled with sugar for tea-time. Serve warm for breakfast or dinner to showcase its buttery texture and comforting aroma.
- Prep35 mins
- Cook2 mins
- Serves10
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Sabaayad – Somali Layered Flatbread, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 51 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 10 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 42 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 68
- Heart Health
- 50
- Metabolic
- 24
- Digestive
- 34
- Inflammatory
- 19
- Performance
- 32
- General Wellness
- 1
In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Stir in the olive oil and honey. Gradually mix in the water until the dough comes together and has the texture of pizza dough. Knead by hand until very soft and smooth, about 10 minutes.
- 2
Lightly brush the top of the dough with canola oil. Cover with plastic wrap and let rest for at least 30 minutes and up to 2 hours.
- 3
Divide the dough into 10 equal portions. On a lightly floured work surface, roll one piece into a circle. Evenly brush the top with canola oil. Fold the sides in to meet in the center. Fold the top and bottom edges to meet in the center to form a square. Repeat with the remaining pieces.
- 4
Preheat a large skillet over medium heat.
- 5
On a lightly floured work surface, roll one square of dough back into a circle. Place it in the skillet and cook until slightly puffed, 1 to 2 minutes. Drizzle a little oil on top and flip; cook until golden brown and crisp, 1 to 2 minutes more. Transfer to a plate and cover with a clean kitchen towel to keep the sabaayad warm and soft. Repeat with the remaining pieces.
- Calories 258.38 kcal Moderate 13%
- Protein 5.03 g Moderate 10%
- Carbohydrate 43.52 g 16%
- Total Fat 6.53 g Moderate 8%
- Saturated Fat 0.74 g Low Source 4%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 10.12 mg Low Source 0%
- Dietary Fiber 2.44 g Low Source 9%
- Total Sugars 4.72 g --
- Added Sugars 1.49 g Low Source 3%
- Calcium 0.71 mg Low Source 0%
- Iron 2.51 mg Moderate 14%
- Potassium 2.62 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin A 0.52 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
About This Recipe
Sabaayad Somali Layered Flatbread is made with 6 ingredients and serves 10. It takes about 37 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Canola Oil, Honey, and Olive Oil. Each serving provides about 258.38 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Sabaayad – Somali Layered Flatbread made of?
- The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Canola Oil, Honey, Olive Oil, Salt. The full list of 6 is above.
- How long does it take to make Sabaayad – Somali Layered Flatbread?
- About 37 mins in total: 35 mins to prepare and 2 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 258.38 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Sabaayad – Somali Layered Flatbread easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 6 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Sabaayad – Somali Layered Flatbread healthy?
- Sabaayad – Somali Layered Flatbread has an easyChef Pro health score of 38/100. Per serving, it provides 258.38 calories and 5.03 g of protein, or 10% of the Daily Value. It contains Wheat and Gluten, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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