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Nutritional Values
200kcal
6gProtein
36gCarbs
6gFat
2gFibre
100 gServing
* Per serving · 100 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
Zanzibari Chapati
How to order / say it
Say it
Chapati ya Kibanda — [chah-pah-tee yah kee-bahn-dah]
Order
I'd like the Zanzibari Chapati, please.
Locally
Ningependa chapati ya kibanda, tafadhali.
Say locally
Flatbread that is flaky and slightly crispy, served with curry or chai.
Why try it?
Zanzibari Chapati is a staple that reflects the island's blend of cultural traditions where Indian and African food rituals intermix.
How it tastes
Flaky and buttery with a slight crisp, it’s perfect for soaking up rich curries, offering a delicate balance of textures in each bite.
Origin & History — first documented: 1880
Brought by Indian merchants in the 19th century, chapati became an everyday bread in Zanzibari households, merging cooking techniques from various ethnicities over time.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 300 g wheat flour
- 🥕 150 ml water
- 🧂 1 tsp salt
- 🫒 30 ml oil
Method
- 1 Mix flour, water, and salt to form a dough.
- 2 Knead and let it rest for 30 minutes.
- 3 Roll out dough and cook on a hot skillet with oil.
- 4 Flip to cook until both sides are golden brown.
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