Gurasa (Hausa Flatbread with Vegetables)
Gurasa or "light bread" is a traditional Hausa/Fulani Food in northern Nigeria and other parts of West Africa. It is eaten as a light dish for lunch or breakfast.
Total Time
1.5 hours
1 teaspoon active dry yeast
1 cup warm water
2 cups wheat flour
2 teaspoons powdered milk
1 teaspoon salt
Oil
Tomatoes, chopped
Onions, chopped
Red and green bell peppers, chopped
Yaji (chile flakes or powder) to taste
Salt to taste
Combine the yeast and warm water. Let rest for 5 minutes to activate the yeast.
5 minutes
Combine the flour, milk powder, and salt in a bowl. Stir in the yeast mixture to get a very thick and smooth batter.
Cover the bowl, and let the mixture rise for 1 hour.
1 hour
Heat a skillet over medium heat, and add a thin coating of oil.
Scoop some batter into the skillet, and use the scoop to spread it into a circle.
Cook the gurasa until golden on the bottom. Flip it and cook until golden on the other side.
Remove the gurasa, and repeat the cooking process until you use up the rest of the batter.
Toss together the tomatoes, onions, peppers, chile powder, and a dash of oil. Season to taste with salt if desired.
Cut or tear the gurasa into pieces, and serve with the vegetable salad.