Fahad Inc. Dishes: Thin Date Yeast Bread

Fahad Inc. Dishes

(Ma-ha-lah) ~ Thin Date Yeast Bread

Makes 10-15 Pieces

Ma-ha-lah comes from the root halla which means sweet. This bread has a unique flavour deived from the date juice. While it is cooked in the same way as ra-gagg, the ingredients differ.
This traditional Bedouin bread can be eaten at breakfast or in the evening and although quite filling, is nonetheless accompanied by chami, honey, eggs and cheese.

1 1/2 cup ripe sticky dates (seh)
2 cups warm water
1 tablespoon yeast
2 eggs
1/4 cup sugar
3 cups whole wheat flour
1/2 teaspoon salt

Cover dates with warm water and leave aside for one houre. Mash them, then sieve to remove all liquid. Mix yeast with 1 cup of warm water, add salt and beat in the eggs.
Beat well with a mixer, then add the sugar, flour and remaining water. Mix well for 2-3 minutes, cover with a tight lid and towel, place in a draught-free area and leave for 12 hours.
Continue making bread as for Ra-gagg and while it is still hot, drizzle some warm samen over each one and fold. Serve warm.