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Kenyan Chapati

Kenyan Chapati

Kenya

70Minutes
MediumLevel
6Serves
8Steps
About

Soft, flaky, layered East African chapati — richer and more tender than its Indian cousin, and the treat that turns any meal into a celebration.

Equipment
  • Bowl
  • Rolling pin
  • Flat pan (tawa)
Ingredients
Plain flour4 cups
Warm water1½ cups
Sugar1 tbsp
Salt1 tsp
Vegetable oil⅓ cup + more for cooking

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