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How to make Egyptian bread with yogurt (Raqqaq) Egyptian bread with yogurt is one of the delicious traditional dishes. Raqaq is a thin and crunchy Egyptian bread similar to filo, and is often eaten alone or with soup or Egyptian bread stuffed with meat. Rayeb is a fermented milk drink similar to yogurt, and it goes perfectly with crunchy raqaq. This is the best way to make Egyptian bread with yogurt (Raqqaq)

Here’s how to make both from scratch:

How to make Egyptian bread with yogurt (Ragag)

Ingredients for making Egyptian bread with yogurt (Ragag):

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• ½ ملعقة صغيرة ملح
• ¾ cup warm water (adjust as needed)
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil or melted butter (for brushing)

تعليمات:

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1. Prepare the Dough:

• In a large bowl, mix the flour and salt.
• Gradually add warm water, kneading until a smooth, elastic dough forms.
• Cover and let it rest for 30 minutes.

2. Roll Out the Dough:

• Divide the dough into small balls (about the size of a golf ball).
• Roll each ball out as thin as possible using a rolling pin.

3. Cook the Ragag:

• Heat a non-stick pan or griddle over medium-high heat.
• Cook each sheet of dough for 30-60 seconds per side until golden brown and crispy.
• Brush lightly with oil or butter for extra flavor.

How to Make Rayeb (Egyptian Buttermilk-Like Drink)

Ingredients:

• 1 liter full-fat milk
• 2 tbsp plain yogurt (as a starter)

Instructions How to make Egyptian bread with yogurt (Ragag):

1. Heat the Milk:

• In a pot, heat the milk until warm but not boiling (about 40°C or 105°F).

2. Ferment the Milk:

• Stir in the yogurt, mixing well.
• Cover the pot and let it sit in a warm place for 8-12 hours until it thickens and turns tangy.
• Chill in the fridge before serving.

أفكار للتقديم الخبز المصري بالزبادي (الرقاق):

• Serve ragag plain or with honey for a sweet version.
• Dip ragag in broth for a savory meal.
• Enjoy with rayeb for a traditional Egyptian breakfast or light meal.