Lahoh, also spelled laxoox in Somali, is a spongy, pancake-like bread originating in Djibouti, Somalia and Yemen,[1]. It is also popular in Israel, where it was introduced by Yemenite Jews who immigrated to the country.[citation needed] In Yemen, it is often sold on the street by peddlers.[2]
Preparation
Lahoh is prepared from a dough of plain flour, self-raising flour, warm water, yeast and a pinch of salt. The mixture is beaten by hand until soft and creamy, then left out to ferment.[3]
Lahoh is traditionally baked on a metallic circular stove called a daawo. Lacking that, it can also be baked in an ordinary pan.