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Za'atar Manousheh

A classic Middle Eastern flatbread topped with an aromatic, earthy mixture of za'atar herbs and olive oil.

30 minMediumServes 4340 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp active dry yeast
  • 1 tsp granulated sugar
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 1 tsp fine sea salt
  • 6 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 cup za'atar spice blend

Instructions

  1. 1

    Dissolve 2 tsp active dry yeast and 1 tsp granulated sugar in 1 cup warm water and let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.

  2. 2

    Mix 3 cups all-purpose flour and 1 tsp fine sea salt in a bowl, then stir in yeast mixture and half of the 6 tbsp extra virgin olive oil until dough forms.

  3. 3

    Knead dough for 8 minutes, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour until doubled in size.

  4. 4

    Whisk remaining 6 tbsp extra virgin olive oil with 1/2 cup za'atar spice blend in a bowl to make a paste.

  5. 5

    Divide dough into four balls, roll each into a flat round, and dimple the surface with fingertips.

  6. 6

    Spread za'atar paste over dough rounds and bake at 475F for 8 to 10 minutes until edges are golden.

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Questions

What is Za'atar Manousheh?

A classic Middle Eastern flatbread topped with an aromatic, earthy mixture of za'atar herbs and olive oil. This reference files it under Middle Eastern breakfast: made in the oven, rated medium and about 30 minutes start to finish.

How long does Za'atar Manousheh take?

As written, 30 minutes: 20 of prep and 10 of cooking. The longest single stretch is the hands-off wait in step 3, 1 hour. That wait sits outside the stated prep and cook times, so plan around it.

What oven temperature does Za'atar Manousheh need?

For Za'atar Manousheh, the oven is set to 475 F (about 245 C) in step 6. The longest stretch at that heat is 10 minutes, in step 6.

What if the yeast does not foam in Za'atar Manousheh?

Step 1 reads: "Dissolve 2 tsp active dry yeast and 1 tsp granulated sugar in 1 cup warm water and let sit for 5 minutes until foamy." Then it is dead or the liquid was too hot. Step 1 is the test: no foam after ten minutes means start again with fresh yeast and liquid that feels barely warm, about 105 F.

What can I use instead of za'atar in Za'atar Manousheh?

The entry for Za'atar Manousheh calls for 1/2 cup za'atar spice blend. In its place: Combine dried thyme or oregano with toasted sesame seeds and a little lemon zest, which stands in for the sumac.

How many calories are in Za'atar Manousheh?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 340 calories, with 7 g protein, 45 g carbohydrate and 15 g fat, plus 4 g fiber and 480 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

Which part of Za'atar Manousheh can be done ahead?

Everything up to step 3. Step 3 is a built-in pause of 1 hour: "Knead dough for 8 minutes, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour until doubled in size." Do everything up to that point ahead of time and pick up at step 4 when you are ready to finish.

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