Pan amasado

Description

Pan amasado is a small, round, flat loaf of white bread from Chile, traditionally prepared in rural areas in wood-fired clay ovens. It is a staple of most Chilean meals due to its low price. The name pan amasado means kneaded bread , referring to the method of its production. The bread is prepared with lard or shortening, giving it a soft and tender texture. It can usually be bought from roadside vendors on the outskirts of bigger cities or in rural areas.