Lavash, Armenian thin flatbread
Very thin, soft Armenian flatbread with blistered edges, ideal for wrapping kebabs and herbs or crisping into chips.
- Time1 hr 15
- LevelMedium
- Costabout £0.07 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Mix the flour, salt, sugar and yeast. Add the water and oil and knead for 8 minutes into a smooth, firm dough.
- 2
Cover and rest for 45 minutes.
45 min - 3
Divide into 6 balls. On a floured surface roll each as thin as you can into a long oval about 30 cm, 2 mm thick.
- 4
Heat a large dry frying pan or griddle over a high heat.
- 5
Cook one sheet for 1 minute until bubbles form and brown spots appear, flip and cook for 40 seconds more.
1 min 40 s - 6
Sprinkle with sesame seeds if using. Stack under a clean tea towel to keep soft.
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.