Manakish

Manakish

MIDDLE EASTERN·VEGSource

A simple and delicious recipe for homemade Manakish, a popular Middle Eastern flatbread topped with za'atar and olive oil.

1h 30m4Servings

Nutrition

546kcal
11gProtein
75gCarbs
23gFat

Ingredients

DOUGH
Warm Water
½ cup
Warm Milk
½ cup
Olive Oil
2 tbsp
Sugar
1 tsp
Instant Dry Yeast
¾ tsp
All-Purpose Flour
3 cups
Salt
1 tsp
TOPPING
Za'atar
¼ cup
Olive Oil
¼ cup

Equipment

Stand Mixer

Instructions

1Prepare the Dough10m
Combine Wet Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine warm water, warm milk, olive oil, sugar, and instant dry yeast. Whisk until well combined.
Add Dry Ingredients
Add the all-purpose flour and salt to the wet ingredients. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface. Knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment and knead for 5 minutes on medium speed.
2First Rise45m
Shape and Rest
Lightly grease a clean bowl with olive oil. Shape the dough into a ball and place it in the bowl, turning to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a damp cloth.
Let it Rise
Let the dough rise in a warm place for about 45 minutes, or until doubled in size.
3Prepare the Topping2m
Mix Za'atar and Oil
In a small bowl, combine the za'atar and olive oil. Mix well until a paste forms. Adjust consistency with more oil if needed.
4Shape and Top the Manakish10m
Divide and Shape Dough
Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 4 equal portions. Shape each portion into a ball. On a lightly floured surface, flatten each ball into a disc, about 6-8 inches in diameter.
Add Za'atar Topping
Spread a generous amount of the za'atar mixture evenly over each dough disc, leaving a small border around the edges.
5Bake the Manakish13m
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Place a baking sheet in the oven to preheat.
Transfer to Baking Sheet
Carefully transfer the topped Manakish onto the preheated baking sheet.
Bake
Bake for 10-13 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the za'atar is fragrant.
6Serve2m
Cool Slightly and Serve
Let the Manakish cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm.

Tips

For a crispier crust, preheat your baking sheet in the oven before placing the Manakish on it.
Don't overwork the dough after the first rise, as this can make the Manakish tough.
Adjust the amount of za'atar and olive oil to your preference.
Manakish is best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.

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