Burmese Palata (Flatbread) with Dipping Sauce

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup Water
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 1/4 cup Coconut oil
• 2 tbsp Tamarind paste
• 1 tbsp Fish sauce
• 1 tbsp Palm sugar
• 1/4 tsp Chili flakes

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

1. 1Make the dough: In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Gradually add water, mixing until a dough forms. Knead the dough for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
2. 2Rest the dough: Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for at least 15 minutes.
3. 3Divide and roll: Divide the dough into 4 equal portions. Roll each portion into a thin circle.
4. 4Cook the palata: Heat coconut oil in a skillet or griddle over medium heat. Cook each palata for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
5. 5Make the dipping sauce: In a small saucepan, combine tamarind paste, fish sauce, palm sugar, and chili flakes (if using). Heat over low heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves and the sauce thickens slightly.
6. 6Serve: Serve the warm palata with the dipping sauce.

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