Pakistani Breads

Golden-brown in color, flaky and layered, paratha is a type of Indian bread that is typically consumed for breakfast. The name comes from a combination of words parat and atta (flour), referring to the cooked, layered dough. It c... READ MORE

Chapati is an unleavened flatbread made with whole wheat flour, water, and salt. The dough is usually baked on a griddle. It is extremely popular throughout India, Bangladesh, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka, but the bread had also spread to Africa... READ MORE

Peshwari or Peshawari naan is a traditional flatbread originating from Peshawar, Pakistan. The flatbread is characterized by its filling, consisting of almonds, desiccated coconut, and sultanas or raisins. The dough for this type of naan is made w... READ MORE

A pizza-like savory dish coming from Pakistan, qatlama is a large round flatbread that is smeared with a vibrant red-colored mixture of gram flour, spices, and herbs before getting deep-fried. The dough, usually made with plain flour, water, salt,... READ MORE

Coming from the northern Pakistani territory of Gilgit-Baltistan, phitti is a traditional bread made primarily with whole-wheat flour, sourdough, and water. The dough is typically rolled out into a thick round loaf that is then baked into a nicely... READ MORE

Mitho lolo is a traditional Sindhi flatbread originating from Pakistan. The flatbread is usually made with a combination of wheat flour, jaggery, fennel seeds, cardamom, and ghee. This sweet flatbread is made on special occasions. The dough is rol... READ MORE