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Kisra (Fermented Sorghum Crêpe-Flatbread)
Paper-thin, lace-edged fermented sorghum crêpes with a sour tang, peeled gracefully off a screaming-hot oiled griddle.
The story
Kisra is the quintessential daily staple across central and northern South Sudan, favored by Arabized Nilotic and northern boundary communities. Prepared for family gatherings and festive communal platters, it forms the delicate edible base beneath rich stews and mullah sauces. Technically, traditional fermentation relies on an active sourdough-style starter that produces lactic acid to break down sorghum starches into an easily spreadable batter.
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