Phitti

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Phitti is a type of leavened bread baked by people in Hunza, Northern Areas, Pakistan.

Preparation involves mixing flour with water, salt, butter and yeast. The dough thus prepared is placed in a metallic vessel called a Khimishdon in Burushaski and placed in a hearth which is preheated with a wooden fire.

Eaten with butter during breakfast, as a snack or light lunch along with a salted cup of tea.