Where does Kattama come from?

Kattama — country of origin: Kyrgyzstan.

What is Kattama made of?

Wheat flour, water, salt, butter, frying oil.

Which allergens does Kattama contain?

Contains cereals and gluten-containing products. Contains milk and milk products (including lactose).

How do you pronounce Kattama?

Каттама (Kyrgyz) is pronounced /kattaˈma/.

Kattama

КаттамаPronunciation (IPA) /kattaˈma/

Kattama is a layered Kyrgyz flatbread made from rolled dough, sometimes coiled or folded, then cooked on a griddle or in a pan.

Allergens & declarations

Contains

Cereals (gluten)

Wheat

Contains cereals and gluten-containing products

Milk (including Lactose)

Contains milk and milk products (including lactose)

This describes the classic recipe, so you know what to ask about. It is not a declaration for any particular kitchen — recipes and suppliers vary, and only the restaurant can tell you what is in the dish it serves.

In detail

What it really is

Kattama is a Kyrgyz flatbread with no single standard shape; household methods vary.

Kattama is made by rolling dough into thin layers, then coiling or folding them before cooking on a griddle or in a pan. The repeated layers give the bread its characteristic texture: the outside browns while inner layers remain softer. Household methods differ in whether fat is brushed between layers and in how tightly the dough is rolled, so a restaurant version can vary in richness and flakiness. It is not a filled pie; the dough itself is the principal preparation. It is a Kyrgyz flatbread, and there is no standard shape.

Serve it warm, plain or with tea and savory accompaniments, according to the meal. It can be torn or cut into pieces for sharing. Similar layered breads are known across Central Asia, so the entry uses the Kyrgyz name without implying that neighboring traditions lack related forms. Wheat is inherent in the dough; any added dairy, egg or fat should be confirmed from the kitchen’s recipe before making menu declarations.

How it's served

Serve warm, plain or with tea and savory accompaniments. Dough and fat choices vary by household.
Ingredients and portion sizes vary by household and restaurant.

Keep the traditional dish name and explain the defining ingredients in plain language.
Identify the specific preparation and accompaniments offered.
Confirm ingredients and cross-contact practices with the kitchen before making allergen claims.

Typical ingredients

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Frequently asked questions

What is Kattama?: Kattama is a layered Kyrgyz flatbread made from rolled dough, sometimes coiled or folded, then cooked on a griddle or in a pan.
Where does Kattama come from?: Kattama — country of origin: Kyrgyzstan.
What is Kattama made of?: Wheat flour, water, salt, butter, frying oil.
Which allergens does Kattama contain?: Contains cereals and gluten-containing products. Contains milk and milk products (including lactose).
How do you pronounce Kattama?: Каттама (Kyrgyz) is pronounced /kattaˈma/. Select the speaker button next to the dish name to hear it.