Armenian lavash on CNN’s list of the world’s 50 best breads
ABC MEDIA
CNN has included Armenian lavash in its list of the 50 best breads in the world.
“When your Armenian mother-in-law comes toward you wielding a hula hoop-sized flatbread, don’t duck: Lavash is draped over the country’s newlyweds to ensure a life of abundance and prosperity,” the publication states.
As noted, a round of Armenian lavash made from wheat turns blistered and brown after 30 seconds inside a tandoor oven.
“To shape the traditional breads, groups of women gather to roll and stretch dough across a cushion padded with hay or wool. It takes a practiced hand to slap the enormous sheets onto the inside of conical clay ovens, where they bake quickly in the intense heat,” CNN writes, adding that the bread is so central to Armenia’s culture that it’s been designated UNESCO Intangible Heritage.
Besides lavash, CNN’s list also includes Afghan bolani, Australian damper bread, Bangladeshi luchi, Brazilian pão de queijo, Canadian Montreal bagels, etc.
