Manakish
Manakish, often called the "Lebanese pizza," is a delightful Middle Eastern flatbread that combines a soft, pillowy dough with the bold, tangy flavor of za’atar spice. This traditional recipe features an easy-to-make dough prepared with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, yeast, and olive oil, which is hand-rolled and topped with a fragrant paste of za’atar and extra virgin olive oil. Baked to golden perfection, Manakish boasts a crispy crust and aromatic topping that’s perfect for breakfast, a light snack, or as part of a mezze platter. With just 30 minutes of prep time and a quick bake in the oven, this recipe is a delicious way to bring the taste of the Levant to your table. Serve it warm or at room temperature, and enjoy its rich, savory flavors with a side of fresh vegetables or creamy labneh.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams all-purpose flour
- 300 milliliters warm water
- 7 grams active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 60 milliliters olive oil
- 60 grams za'atar spice
- 60 milliliters extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Stir gently, then let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
In a large mixing bowl, mix the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil.
Combine the ingredients until a dough begins to form. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about an hour or until it doubles in size.
Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F) and place a baking tray inside to heat.
Punch down the risen dough to release the air. Divide it into 8 equal portions, and roll each portion into a ball.
On a floured surface, roll out each ball into a round disc about 20 cm in diameter.
In a small bowl, mix the za'atar spice with the extra virgin olive oil to form a paste.
Spread the za'atar mixture evenly over each rolled disc of dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
Once the oven is hot, carefully place the manakish on the preheated baking tray.
Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden and crisp.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy the manakish warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
389 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.6 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 261 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.3 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g | ||
| Protein | 7.8 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 40 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 115 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
