Discover how to make Malawah, a delicious sweet flatbread pancake often enjoyed for breakfast. This traditional dish is soft, slightly crispy, and pairs perfectly with honey or ghee for a delightful morning treat. Follow our simple recipe to bring this unique flavor to your kitchen.

Ingredients:

- 2 cups all-purpose flour

- 1/2 tsp salt

- 1 tbsp sugar

- 1 tsp baking powder

- 1/2 cup water (or as needed)

- 2 tbsp melted butter or ghee (for dough)

- 2 tbsp oil (for cooking)

- Honey or ghee (for serving)

Instructions:

Prepare the Dough:

  In a mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, sugar, and baking powder. Gradually add water while mixing until the dough comes together. It should be soft and pliable but not sticky.

Knead and Rest:

  Knead the dough for 5-7 minutes. Once smooth, cover it with a cloth or plastic wrap and let it rest for 30 minutes.

Divide and Shape:

  After resting, divide the dough into small balls. Roll each ball into a thin circle using a rolling pin, about 8-10 inches in diameter.

Cook the Malawah:

  Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add a little oil, then place the rolled dough onto the skillet. Cook until the bottom is golden brown, about 2-3 minutes, then flip and cook the other side.

Serve:

  Once cooked, brush each Malawah with melted butter or ghee. Serve warm with honey or more ghee for dipping.

Notes:

- You can also sprinkle sugar or cinnamon on top for extra sweetness.

- Serve with tea or coffee for a complete breakfast experience.

Enjoy your homemade Malawah!

Nutritional values

All-Purpose Flour (2 cups)

 - Calories: About 364 kcal

 - Carbohydrates: 76 grams

 - Protein: 10 grams

 - Fat: 1 gram

Benefits:

 - Provides a primary source of carbohydrates for energy.

 - Contains some protein and a small amount of essential vitamins and minerals.

Salt (1/2 tsp)

 - Sodium: About 38,000 mg

Benefits:

 - Enhances flavor and is essential for fluid balance in the body.

 - Use in moderation to avoid health issues related to high sodium intake, such as hypertension.

Sugar (1 tbsp)

 - Calories: About 387 kcal

 - Carbohydrates: 100 grams

 - Protein: 0 grams

 - Fat: 0 grams

Benefits:

 - Adds sweetness to recipes.

 - Provides a quick source of energy, though excessive consumption can contribute to health issues like weight gain and diabetes.

Baking Powder (1 tsp)

 - Calories: About 53 kcal

 - Carbohydrates: 28 grams

 - Sodium: 1,267 mg

Benefits:

 - Leavening agent that helps dough rise and become fluffy.

 - Essential for achieving the desired texture in baked goods.

Water (1/2 cup or as needed)

 - Calories: 0 kcal

 - Carbohydrates: 0 grams

 - Protein: 0 grams

 - Fat: 0 grams

Benefits:

 - Hydrates and helps in forming the dough.

 - Essential for many physiological processes and overall health.

Melted Butter or Ghee (2 tbsp for dough)

 - Calories: About 717 kcal

 - Fat: 81 grams

 - Carbohydrates: 0 grams

 - Protein: 1 gram

Benefits:

 - Adds richness and flavor to the dough.

 - Provides healthy fats (ghee) and can be a source of fat-soluble vitamins.

Oil (2 tbsp for cooking)

 - Calories: About 884 kcal

 - Fat: 100 grams

 - Carbohydrates: 0 grams

 - Protein: 0 grams

Benefits:

 - Used for cooking, helps achieve a crispy texture.

 - Provides essential fatty acids and can be a source of healthy fats, depending on the type of oil used.

Honey or Ghee (for serving)

Honey:

  - Calories: About 304 kcal

  - Carbohydrates: 82 grams

  - Protein: 0.3 grams

  - Fat: 0 grams

Benefits:

  - Adds natural sweetness and can have antioxidant properties.

  - Provides quick energy from natural sugars.

Ghee:

  - Calories: About 717 kcal

  - Fat: 81 grams

  - Carbohydrates: 0 grams

  - Protein: 1 gram

Benefits:

  - Adds a rich, nutty flavor.

  - Contains beneficial fatty acids and fat-soluble vitamins.

This combination of ingredients will result in a dough that is flavorful and has a pleasant texture, ideal for making various baked goods or flatbreads.