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To make khurba, flour is first sifted into a pot and then baking soda, salt and water is added. (Supplied)

‘Special’ khurba bread keeps hunger pangs at bay during Ramadan in northern Pakistan

  • Bread is prepared mostly at home by women in Pakistan’s northern Gilgit-Baltistan region
  • Difficult to digest, khurba is a popular sahoor food that helps people stay full through the day
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