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Dabo Ethiopian Bread

(by Beejhy Barhany)


1 package (1/4 oz.) dry yeast

4 c. all-purpose flour

1/4 c. sugar

1 T. salt

1 t. oil

1 egg, beaten

additional vegetable oil


In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in 1/2 c. warm water, and let it sit for 20 minutes.

In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt.

Add yeast, oil, and egg to dry ingredients, and mix.

Gradually add warm water to the dough.

Turn onto a floured surface and knead until dough becomes soft and elastic.