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Soft Airy Arabic Bread

Recipe by مطبخ ساره وملك // Sarah and Malak’s Kitchen

A simple, homemade Arabic‑style bread with a crisp semolina crust and a fluffy, airy interior. Made with basic pantry ingredients, this loaf is perfect for breakfast, dinner, or as a side for soups and stews. Follow the step‑by‑step guide for a bakery‑quality loaf without any fancy equipment.

EasyMiddle EasternServes 6

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Source Video
2h 17m
Prep
25m
Cook
19m
Cleanup
3h 1m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$1.47
Total cost
$0.25
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Activate yeast until frothy
  • Knead until smooth and elastic
  • First rise until doubled in size
  • Preheat oven fully to 220°C
  • Bake until golden and hollow‑sounding

Safety Warnings

  • Handle the hot oven and baking sheet with oven mitts to avoid burns.
  • Do not touch the dough with bare hands after it has been in the oven – it will be very hot.

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