Zaatar Manakeesh
Zaatar Manakeesh is a Mediterranean flatbread that's made with dough and zaatar spice. It's an easy recipe to make from scratch using very few ingredients!
Servings 6 servings
Calories 353kcal
Ingredients
Dough
- 1 tablespoon instant yeast
- 1 cup warm water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 3 cups all-purpose flour plus more for shaping
- 2 tablespoons olive oil plus more for coating bowl
Instructions
Make the Dough
- In a large bowl, activate the yeast in warm water; allow 10 minutes for it to proof.
- Add the salt, sugar and olive oil to bowl and use a wooden spoon to mix until combined. Wait a few minutes, then add the flour into the wet ingredients and mix with a spoon until the dough becomes shaggy and you’re no longer able to mix.
- Transfer to a floured surface and knead the dough by hand to form a tight ball.
- Place the dough back into the same oil-coated bowl. Cover with a plastic wrap or towel and set aside at room temperature to rise for 45-60 minutes.
Make the Zaatar Spread
- Mix the zaatar with olive oil in small bowl until it forms a consistent and spreadable mixture.
Assemble and Bake
- Preheat the oven to 450° F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Divide the dough into 6-8 equal parts, depending on how large you’d like them. Use your fingers to spread each piece into a round flat disc, about 1/4 inch thickness.
- Place 1-2 tablespoons of zaatar spread on each dough and use the back of the spoon to spread evenly. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, until the dough becomes light golden in color and puffs slightly.
- Enjoy warm with cheese and vegetables, if desired.
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Notes
Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container. They will last about 7-10 days in the fridge.
Freezing Instructions: You can also freeze the zaatar manakeesh after they're baked. To re-heat, thaw in the fridge overnight and then warm or toast when ready to eat. Or you can also bake them while frozen at 350°F until heated through, about 5-10 minutes.
Sourcing: You can find the zaatar spice at Middle Eastern markets, natural-foods stores or even in large supermarkets, often located with other Middle Eastern ingredients.
Substitutes: For best results, follow the recipe as is. If you have any questions about substitutes, please feel free to ask in the comments below.
* Please note the nutrition label does not include any toppings.
Nutrition
Calories: 353kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 389mg | Potassium: 73mg | Fiber: 1g | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 3mg