Zaatar Manakeesh — FamilyPlate recipe🍞

Zaatar Manakeesh

Middle Eastern flatbread topped with zaatar and olive oil

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✨ Created by a FamilyPlate user

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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Difficulty
easy
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Meal Type
breakfast

Nutrition per serving

AI estimate — approximate
205
Calories
kcal
5g
Protein
35g
Carbs
5g
Fat

Based on 4 servings — values are AI-estimated and may vary

👶 Kid-Friendly🌶️ mild Spice

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 3/4 cup warm water (about 110°F/43°C)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (plus more for drizzling)
  • 4 tbsp zaatar spice mix

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large bowl, combine the flour, yeast, salt, and sugar.

  2. 2

    Slowly add warm water and 2 tbsp of olive oil to the dry ingredients.

  3. 3

    Mix until the dough starts to come together, then knead it for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.

  4. 4

    Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for about 30 minutes, or until doubled in size.

  5. 5

    Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a baking sheet inside to heat.

  6. 6

    Once the dough has risen, divide it into 4 equal portions and roll each piece into a flat round (about 1/4 inch thick).

  7. 7

    Brush each flatbread with olive oil and sprinkle generously with zaatar.

  8. 8

    Carefully transfer the flatbreads onto the preheated baking sheet and bake for 7-10 minutes, or until they are golden brown.