Rihua Barata Introduction
Rih Pha Balata's Indian naan can be considered one of the highlights of the pastry cuisine on Huashin Street. The owner, Zheng Shangren, is a Chinese expatriate from Myanmar who learned the art of baking naan from an Indian naan master. Every morning, Boss Zheng sells naan, and in the afternoon, he kneads the dough in the shop. Layering dough and ghee multiple times allows the dough and ghee to fully blend, after which it is left to ferment overnight. The next morning, when customers place their orders, the dough is flattened and placed in the oven; in just a few minutes, delicious naan is served. The term Balata actually means naan, and besides the mouthwatering naan, the pan-fried pancakes cooked on low heat in a skillet are also a great delicacy. The ingredients are the same as those for naan, but the cooking methods differ. Customers can choose from various flavors of Balata by adding sugar, curry, or other ingredients according to their preference. Remember, when enjoying naan or pancakes, it is essential to order a cup of authentic Assam milk tea from India; the combination of the naan and tea is a perfect match and represents a hearty breakfast for the local Burmese people.
