Paraguayan Kamut Bread (chipa De Kamut)

Paraguayan Kamut Bread, also known as Chipa de Kamut, is a traditional bread from Paraguay made with kamut flour. This bread is savory, slightly chewy, and perfect for serving alongside meals or enjoying on its own.

Vegetarian Low Fat Bread Paraguayan Paraguayan Cuisine Kamut Flour
Paraguayan Kamut Bread (chipa De Kamut)

Ingredients

  • 3 cups kamut flour
  • 1 cup grated Paraguayan cheese
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 3 eggs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the kamut flour, grated cheese, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, eggs, and milk.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
  5. Divide the dough into 12 equal portions and shape each portion into a ball.
  6. Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet and flatten slightly with the palm of your hand.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until the bread is golden brown.
  8. Remove from the oven and let the bread cool slightly before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
25 minutes
Total time:
40 minutes
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
5g
Fat
3g

Supplies

Baking sheet Parchment paper

Tools

Mixing bowl Whisk Measuring cups and spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the Paraguayan Kamut Bread warm with a cup of yerba mate tea for an authentic Paraguayan experience.

Tips & tricks

For a variation, you can add chopped green onions or jalapeños to the dough for a spicy kick.

Cost

$10