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Dairy-Free Emirati Khameer Bread with Date Syrup

A traditional Emirati flatbread, Khameer, made without dairy and served with a drizzle of date syrup.

40m6 servings
Contains wheatDAIRY-free
280 cal|5g protein|45g carbs|8g fat|2g fiber

Ingredients

  • 2 cups All-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp Instant yeast
  • 1 tbsp Sugar
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 3/4 cup Coconut milk
  • 2 tbsp Coconut oil
  • to taste Date syrup

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

Instructions

  1. 1In a large bowl, combine flour, yeast, sugar, and salt.
  2. 2Warm the coconut milk and coconut oil in a saucepan until lukewarm. Add to the dry ingredients.
  3. 3Mix until a dough forms. Knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. 4Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  5. 5Divide the dough into 6 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a flatbread shape.
  6. 6Heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium heat. Cook each flatbread for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  7. 7Serve warm with a drizzle of date syrup.

Substitutions

Milk → Coconut Milk

Coconut milk provides a similar richness and emulsification effect as regular milk, ensuring the bread remains moist and tender.

Butter → Coconut Oil

Coconut Oil provides a similar fat content and texture as butter, making the dough pliable.

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