Amdo balep

Amdo balep is a traditional Tibetan-Chinese flatbread and a type of balep originating from the Amdo region in the northeastern Tibet. The flatbread is usually made with a combination of flour, oil, sugar, yeast, water, and yogurt (optionally). The dough is kneaded until smooth, and it’s then flattened in a circular baking dish.

Once it doubles in size, the flatbread is baked in the oven and it’s turned so that both sides are evenly baked. Amdo balep is typically eaten warm. On special occasions with many people, locals often make a huge amdo balep so that everyone can get a piece.