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Sesame and Honey Sangak Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup warm water

Special equipment needed:
- Baking sheet
- Rolling pin
- Pastry brush

Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, baking powder, and sesame seeds.
3. In a separate bowl, mix together honey, olive oil, and warm water.
4. Add wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
5. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 5 minutes.
6. Divide the dough into 4 equal pieces.
7. Roll each piece of dough into a thin circle, about 1/4 inch thick.
8. Place the circles on a baking sheet.
9. Brush the tops of the circles with a little water and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
10. Bake for 15 minutes, or until golden brown.

Time:
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Temperature: 375°F
Serving Size: 4 servings

Nutritional Information:
Calories: 250
Fat: 8 g
Carbohydrates: 37 g
Protein: 5 g

Substitutions for Ingredients
- All-purpose flour: whole wheat flour, spelt flour, or oat flour
- Honey: maple syrup, agave nectar, or brown sugar
- Olive oil: coconut oil, vegetable oil, or butter

Variations:
- Add dried fruit or nuts to the dough for extra flavor.
- Substitute the sesame seeds with poppy seeds or flax seeds.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to knead the dough for at least 5 minutes to ensure a light and fluffy texture.
- If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour.

Storage instructions:
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 5 minutes.

Presentation ideas:
Serve warm with a dollop of butter or cream cheese.

Garnishes:
Sprinkle with extra sesame seeds or chopped nuts.

Pairings:
Serve with a light salad or a bowl of soup.

Suggested side dishes:
Serve with roasted vegetables or a side of hummus.

Troubleshooting advice:
If the sangak is too dry, add a little more water to the dough.

Food safety advice:
Make sure to store the sangak in an airtight container to prevent it from drying out.

Food history:
Sangak is a traditional Persian flatbread that has been enjoyed for centuries.

Flavor profiles:
This sangak has a nutty, sweet flavor from the sesame seeds and honey.

Serving suggestions:
Serve as an appetizer or as a side dish with a main meal.

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Region: Iranian

Taste: Sweet, Nutty, Savory, Aromatic