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Nutritional Values
265kcal
7gProtein
55gCarbs
1gFat
2gFibre
100 gServing
* Per serving · 100 g. May vary.
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🌾 Gluten
Khobz Bread
How to order / say it
Say it
خبز — [khobz]
Order
I'd like some Khobz bread, please.
Locally
أود بعض الخبز، من فضلك.
Say locally
A traditional round, flat Moroccan bread served at almost every meal.
Why try it?
Khobz is integral to Moroccan dining, often used to scoop food or soak up sauces. Its presence at every meal underscores the Moroccan ethos of hospitality and shared eating experiences.
How it tastes
Khobz is made from simple ingredients, resulting in a soft interior and a slightly crusty exterior. It's mildly yeasty and pleasantly doughy, offering a neutral palate that complements rich Moroccan dishes.
Origin & History — first documented: 800
Evolving from ancient wheat farming traditions, Khobz became a staple across Morocco in the 9th century as bread-making techniques spread via the expanding trade routes.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 500 g all-purpose flour
- 🥣 300 ml water
- 🌾 1 tbsp yeast
- 🧂 1 tsp salt
- 🍯 2 tsp sugar
Method
- 1 Mix flour, yeast, sugar, and salt in a bowl.
- 2 Gradually add water, kneading into a smooth dough.
- 3 Let dough rise until it doubles in size.
- 4 Shape into rounds, bake until crusty and golden.
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