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Balep Korkun

Tsampa Balep, Tibetan Flatbread
People's Republic of China
Balep korkun is a type of bread that is consumed mainly in central Tibet. It is round, flat, and relatively easy to make.The ingredients are tsampa (barley flour), water, and baking powder. It is cooked in a frying …
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Balep korkun, the Tibetan bread, photographed in Nepal, December 1, 2023

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Balep korkun or Yosang balep is a type of bread that is consumed mainly in central Tibet. It is round, flat and relatively easy to make. The ingredients are tsampa, water and baking powder. It is cooked in a frying pan. It has been described as similar in appearance to naan.

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