Taboon bread facts for kids
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Taboon bread, main component of musakhan
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| Type | Flatbread wrap |
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| Place of origin | Middle East |
Taboon bread is a special kind of flatbread from the Middle East. It's baked in a unique clay oven called a taboon or tannur. This bread is similar to other tandoor breads you might find in Asia. People use it as a base for meals or as a wrap for different foods. It's a very important part of many Middle Eastern meals!
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Discover Different Kinds of Taboon Bread
Taboon bread is super important in Palestinian cuisine. It's traditionally baked inside a taboon oven on a bed of small, hot stones. This special bread is the main part of a dish called musakhan. Many people think musakhan is the national dish of Palestine!
Taboon Bread in Palestine
In Palestine, people often fill folded taboon bread with tasty mixtures. Some popular fillings include spinach and onion, or a mix of cheese curds and onion. You might also find it with raisins and pine nuts. For many centuries, baking bread in shared taboon ovens was a big social event for women in Palestinian villages. It was a time to gather and connect!
Taboon Bread in Israel
In Israel, there's a popular flatbread called laffa. It's also known as Iraqi pita or ashtanur in Jerusalem. This bread is usually baked in a tannur or taboon oven. You can find laffa at bakeries and food stands. It's often used to wrap delicious foods like shawarma or other yummy meals.
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Taboon bread, main component of musakhan
See also
In Spanish: Pan tabún para niños
