MANAAEESH FLATBREAD
This flatbread with its sultry flavor makes for a unique appetizer or can be served in wedges to compliment a main course. After attending summer BBQs and pot luck get-togethers where I first tasted this unique bread, I finally persuaded my Middle Eastern friend to ask her mother for this recipe. While not at all spicy, Za'atar, common in Lebanese kitchens, is a blend of many spices that will make your taste buds sing. I often cut this flatbread into bite-size pieces and serve it with small individual bowls of a good quality extra-virgin olive oil for dipping. Double dipping allowed this way!
Provided by cynjne
Categories Bread Yeast Bread Recipes Flat Bread Recipes
Time 10h5m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix yeast with warm water in a large mixing bowl and allow to stand until a creamy layer of foam appears, about 10 minutes. Whisk in 1/4 cup olive oil, then gradually stir in flour and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt.
- Transfer dough to a floured surface and knead until smooth and just a little bit sticky, 10 to 12 minutes. Place dough into an oiled bowl and turn dough around in bowl to coat surface with oil; cover bowl and refrigerate dough overnight. (Dough should double in size.)
- Coat a 9x13-inch baking sheet generously with 2 tablespoons olive oil; place dough in the center of the baking sheet and flatten into a thick disk. Cover dough with plastic wrap and let double in size, about 1 1/2 hours.
- Use your palms and fingers to gently press and stretch dough to the edges of the oiled baking sheet, making the flatbread as even in thickness as you can. With fingertips, make small indentations in the dough. Brush dough with remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil.
- Stir za'atar and 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt together in a small bowl and sprinkle evenly over the flatbread. Let dough rest for 30 minutes uncovered.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Bake flatbread in the preheated oven until golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 322.1 calories, Carbohydrate 34.1 g, Fat 18.7 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 404.2 mg, Sugar 0.2 g
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Taiwo Akinyemi
[email protected]This recipe is a great starting point, but I think it needs a few tweaks. I added some garlic and herbs to the dough, and I also brushed the flatbread with olive oil before baking. It turned out much better.
Raza Ahmad
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my flatbread didn't turn out as well as I had hoped. It was a bit too dense and chewy.
Hadly Werrant
[email protected]The manaeesh flatbread was a bit dry, but the flavor was good. I think I'll try adding some more olive oil to the dough next time.
Blessed Che
[email protected]I love this recipe! The flatbread is so versatile and can be served with a variety of toppings. It's perfect for a quick and easy meal.
KHRISTIFFER
[email protected]This is the best manaeesh flatbread recipe I've ever tried. The dough is so soft and pliable, and the toppings are flavorful and delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.
Putri Cappelli
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's so easy to follow and the flatbread is delicious. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit.
Dolli Wright
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The manaeesh flatbread turned out perfectly. It was crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. The topping possibilities are endless. I tried it with za'atar and olive oil, as well as with cheese and spinach. Both versio