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Zaatar Manakeesh

Zaatar Manakeesh: Easy Homemade Flatbread You'll Love

Zaatar Manakeesh is a delicious homemade flatbread featuring a flavorful zaatar topping, perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 4 flatbreads
Course: Baking
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 teaspoons Instant Yeast Ensure it’s fresh for proper activation.
  • 1 cup Warm Water Use warm, not hot, water to avoid killing the yeast.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for balancing the dish.
  • 1 teaspoon Granulated Sugar Helps activate the yeast.
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour if needed.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Quality olive oil is recommended.
For the Topping
  • 1/4 cup Zaatar Adjust according to personal taste preference.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Rolling Pin
  • Oven

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, mix the warm water, granulated sugar, and instant yeast. Allow it to sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. Add salt, olive oil, and all-purpose flour to the yeast mixture. Stir until it forms a soft dough.
  3. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it, and let rise in a warm area for about 1 hour.
  5. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) while the dough rises.
  6. Once risen, punch down the dough and roll it out to your desired thickness. Spread the zaatar over the top.
  7. Transfer the dough to a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle a little more zaatar before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1flatbreadCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 4gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 250mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Serve with a side of hummus or tzatziki for dipping. Store leftovers in an airtight container.

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