Nigella Seeds Flatbread

• nigella seeds2 teaspoons
• cold water1⁄2 cup
• dried yeast↗1 teaspoon
• plain yogurt↗9 ounces
• strong white flour↗1 1⁄4 lbs
• salt↗1 teaspoon
• vegetable oil↗4 tablespoons

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Place the nigella seeds and water in a large saucepan and bring to the boil.

2. 2

   Remove from the heat, add the yeast and yogurt and stir well.

3. 3

   Add 1/3 of the flour and stir. Cover and leave in a warm place to prove for 30 minutes.

4. 4

   Work in the salt, 2 tablespoons of the oil and the remaining flour. Cover and leave in a warm place to prove for a further 2 hours, or until the dough has doubled in size.

5. 5

   Knead the dough briefly. Divide it into six portions, shape them into balls, then roll out into rounds.

6. 6

   Place the remaining oil in a frying pan. Add the dough rounds, in batches if necessary, and cook for 1 minute on each side. Serve warm.