Quick Description
Light, flexible, and soft flatbreads made with a pourable batter, lightly pan-fried until golden brown with speckles of green herbs or scallions. Perfect for wraps, side dishes, or eating on their own with a dipping sauce.
Servings & Timing
- Servings: 6–8 flatbreads
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or whole wheat for more fiber)
- 1 cup water (adjust for a pourable batter)
- 1 large egg
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp chopped scallions (or parsley/cilantro)
- 1 tbsp oil or melted butter (for the batter)
- Oil or butter for cooking
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Batter
- In a bowl, whisk flour, egg, salt, and water into a smooth, pourable batter.
- Stir in scallions and oil. Batter should be slightly thinner than pancake batter.
Step 2: Cook the Flatbreads
- Heat a nonstick pan over medium heat, grease lightly with oil.
- Pour about ¼ cup of batter into the pan and spread into a thin round.
- Cook for 1–2 minutes until golden spots appear. Flip and cook another 1–2 minutes.
- Repeat with remaining batter, stacking flatbreads and covering with a towel to keep soft.
Step 3: Serve
- Serve warm as a side, wrap, or with dipping sauces.
Additional Notes
- For a spicier version, add chopped chili or red pepper flakes.
- You can use milk instead of water for a richer texture.
Dietary Info (per flatbread, approx.):
- Calories: 90
- Protein: 3 g
- Carbs: 11 g
- Fat: 4 g
Ingredient Substitutions
- Gluten-Free: Use rice flour or oat flour.
- Higher Protein: Replace 2 tbsp flour with protein powder or chickpea flour.
- Vegan: Skip egg, use 1 tbsp flaxseed meal + 3 tbsp water (flax egg).
Variations
- Garlic Flatbread: Add minced garlic or garlic powder to the batter.
- Cheese Flatbread: Stir in ¼ cup shredded cheese before cooking.
- Sweet Version: Skip scallions, add 1 tbsp sugar + cinnamon.
Storage & Make-Ahead
- Store cooled flatbreads in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Reheat on a skillet or wrap in foil and warm in oven.
- Freeze with parchment between each flatbread.
FAQs
Q: Why are my flatbreads breaking?
A: Batter may be too thick — add more water for flexibility.
Q: Can I make them thicker?
A: Yes, just pour more batter per pancake for a thicker version.
Q: What can I eat them with?
A: Great with curries, dips, stuffed with eggs/cheese, or rolled into wraps.
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