Saboob (Egyptian Flatbread)
All you need is flour, milk, olive oil, and salt to make this crispy Egyptian flatbread. Make your own in 40 minutes!
By Nadia Kovalenko
Posted October 15, 2026Share
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All you need is flour, milk, olive oil, and salt to make this crispy Egyptian flatbread. Make your own in 40 minutes!
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Ingredients 4
2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for work surface
1 teaspoon salt
0.75 cup milk
1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
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1
Heat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Whisk the flour and salt together in a bowl, then make a well in the middle. Add milk and oil; mix until smooth dough forms.
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3
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and pliable, 10 to 15 minutes. Set dough aside to rest for 15 minutes.
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Divide the dough into 4 equal pieces and roll each piece out with a rolling pin to 1/4-inch thickness. Arrange on the prepared baking sheet.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, until lightly browned.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
Amount Per Serving
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Calories 140 kcal
% Daily Value *
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Total Fat 2g
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Saturated Fat 1g
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Cholesterol 2mg
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Sodium 301mg
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Total Carbohydrate 25g
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Dietary Fiber 1g
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Protein 4g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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