Comorian Mkatra Foutra
A Comorian flatbread made with flour, coconut milk, and egg, cooked in a pan. Makes about 8 servings; preparation and cooking times are estimates.
Mkatra foutra is a Comorian flatbread with a mild coconut flavor, served at breakfast or alongside curries and stews. This version uses yeasted dough cooked in a pan.
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Method
- 01
Mix the dough
Mix the wheat flour with the active dry yeast. Stir in the beaten eggs, then gradually add the coconut milk until you have a uniform, sticky dough. Add the salt and mix again.
Ready to continue when: The dough is uniform, with no visible dry flour, and remains sticky.
10 min - 02
Let the dough rise
Cover the dough and leave it in a warm place for about 60 minutes. Divide it into portions and shape flatbreads with lightly floured hands.
Ready to continue when: The dough has risen, and the portions are flattened and ready to cook.
60 min - 03
Cook the flatbreads
Heat a nonstick pan over moderate heat. Cook the portions in batches, turning them when the underside is golden; cook the other side until it is golden too and the bread is cooked through.
Ready to continue when: Both sides are golden, and the center no longer looks wet or raw.
20 min
Ingredients
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