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Ingredients

• 1 cup of wheat flour
• 1/4 cup of sugar (optional, for extra stickiness)
• 4 cups of water
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt (optional, as a preservative)

Instructions

1. Mix the flour and water: In a medium-sized pot, combine 1 cup of wheat flour with 1 cup of cold water. Stir until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps.
2. Add the remaining water: Gradually add the remaining 3 cups of water to the mixture, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
3. Cook the paste: Place the pot on the stove over medium heat. Stir continuously as the mixture heats up. It will start to thicken after a few minutes.
4. Add sugar and salt (optional): If you're using sugar and salt, add them to the mixture once it starts to thicken. Keep stirring until the paste reaches a smooth, glue-like consistency.
5. Cool and store: Remove the pot from the heat and let the paste cool completely. Transfer it to an airtight container or jar. It will keep for about a week in the refrigerator.

Tips

• For a smoother paste, strain it through a fine mesh sieve before storing.
• If the paste is too thick, add a little water and reheat until you reach the desired consistency.
• Wheat paste works best on porous surfaces like paper, wood, or brick.