![]() Balep korkun, with veg soup. | |
Alternative names | Tsampa Balep, Tibetan Flatbread |
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Type | Flatbread |
Place of origin | Tibet |
Region or state | Amdo, Kham, U-Tsang |
Main ingredients | Tsampa, water, baking powder |
Balep korkun or Yosang balep is a type of bread that is consumed mainly in central Tibet.[1][2] It is round, flat and relatively easy to make.[2] The ingredients are tsampa (barley flour), water and baking powder.[2] It is cooked in a frying pan.[2] It has been described as similar in appearance to naan.[3]