Tom Aikens
By Tom Aikens

Bubbly, crispy flatbreads, seasoned with Middle Eastern spices. The perfect accompaniment to many a meal.

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Set up the EGG

Set up the EGG for direct cooking with your Baking Stone Sitting on top of the Stainless Steel Grid. Your target temperature is 300°C.

Mix the flour, yeast and salt in a large bowl and make a well in the middle. Pour the oil and water into the well, then gradually begin incorporating the flour to create a dough. Knead until the dough is smooth, then leave to rest for 1-2 hours, until doubled in size. Knock the dough back and form into six balls (or more if you prefer smaller breads). Leave until needed – for maximum efficiency, you can do this ahead of time.

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On a floured work surface, use a rolling pin to flatten each ball into 5mm-high rounds. When the EGG is up to temperature, cook the breads on the Baking Stone for 2-3 minutes, turning halfway through. Do this in batches – don’t overcrowd the stone.

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Season each bread with a drizzle of oil and either a sprinkle of sumac or a mix of sesame seeds and dukkah.

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