World Flavors Cookbook

Kenyan Chapati

Soft, layered wheat flatbreads with a flaky interior — Kenya's most beloved everyday bread.

Cuisine: Kenya

Ingredients

• 3 cups wheat flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp oil
• Warm water as needed
• Extra oil for cooking

Instructions

1. Mix flour and salt. Add oil and enough water to form a soft dough.
2. Knead for 8 minutes until smooth. Rest 30 minutes.
3. Divide into balls. Roll each thin, spread oil, fold into layers, roll again.
4. Cook on a hot dry pan, adding a little oil, until golden spots appear on both sides.